Ripening time: mid-December
 
Rainier is self-sterile and requires a suitable pollination partner 
Pollination: Napoleon, Van, Bing, Lapin, Stella, Simone
 
A golden-yellow cherry with a red blush. Rainier has a very sweet firm flesh, much sweeter than other varieties. The thin skin is susceptible to bruising. An ideal home garden variety and if partnered with mid to late season cherries, can extend your cherry harvest period.