There are a number of different varieties of cherry, with over 1000 varieties being grown in the United States alone.
Montmorency cherry is one of the most popular varieties of cherry noted for its sour taste.
It is grown in Europe, Canada and the USA and is also known as tart or dwarf cherry. They are less sweet than other varieties of cherries but have great health benefits.
Black cherries are sweet and juicy in flavour and the most popular variety of black cherry is called Bing.