The tree is vigorous, spreading, and bears annually. A large, high quality yellow cherry of the Napoleon type, but less subject to cracking. The color of the two fruits is similar except that those of Emperor Francis have more red blush. Tree is hardy, vigorous, and productive. A cross between Schmidt's and Lambert that resembles Schmidt's but is more productive.
Fruit is dark red, large, and firm fleshed.
This sweet cherry is a mid-season variety that ripens just after Schmidt's and is more resistant to cracking. Grown on Mazzard Rootstock. This selection originated in Norway. It ripens just before Hedelfingen. Fruit size is large with moderate resistance to cracking.