Fruit tree comparisons
 King James 1st |  Brandy |  Amber Heart | |
|---|---|---|---|
| A traditional English mulberry from the 17th century, also known as Chelsea. | A mid-season English perry pear which produces a low-tannin juice. | The most popular traditional English white cherry, widely known as Kent Bigarreau. | |
| remove | remove | remove |
Growing
| Mulberry trees King James 1st | Perry pear trees Brandy | Cherry trees Amber Heart | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gardening skill | Average | Average | |
| Self-fertility | Self-fertile | Not self-fertile | Not self-fertile |
| Flowering group | 3 | 3 | 4 |
| Pollinating others | Average | Average | |
| Fruit bearing | Spur-bearer | ||
| Climate suitability | Temperate climates | Temperate climates |
Using
| Mulberry trees King James 1st | Perry pear trees Brandy | Cherry trees Amber Heart | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Picking season | Late | Mid | |
| Keeping (of fruit) | 1-3 days | ||
| Cropping | Heavy | Good | |
| Food uses | Hard cider | Eating fresh |
Problems
| Mulberry trees King James 1st | Perry pear trees Brandy | Cherry trees Amber Heart | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Disease resistance | Good | Average | Poor |
| Canker | Very susceptible | ||
| Scab (Apple and Pear) | Some susceptibility |
Identification
| Mulberry trees King James 1st | Perry pear trees Brandy | Cherry trees Amber Heart | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Country of origin | United Kingdom | United Kingdom | |
| Period of origin | 1900 - 1949 | ||
| Flowering month | May | ||
| Blossom colour | White | ||
| Fruit colour | Yellow / Red |