Prunus virginiana

Common name: Chokecherry

Native plant

Chokecherry has white flowers that bloom late April to early May, and birds relish the seed in August. This plant prefers full sun, but also seems to do well in shade. It can be grown in sand or clay and is tolerant of wet or dry soil. It consistently produces early fall color of a nice red-orange.

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Plant Details

Plant type

Shrubs

Soil type

Dry Mesic, Mesic (Not too Wet Not too Dry), Moist Mesic

Light exposure

Full Sun, Partial Sun / Part Shade

Bloom period

Spring

Urban environment

Durable Near High Traffic Areas, Harsh Exposure Tolerant

Habitat

Prairie Grasslands, Sandy Soils, Savannas, Woodlands

Growth form

Shrubby/Clump, Single trunk, Colonizing / Spreading

Growth rate

Moderate

Flower color

White

Fall color

Yellow Red

Size

Mature height
8 Feet
Mature width
8 Feet
Max height
15 Feet
Max width
10 Feet

Additional information

Butterfly host plant Loved by birds Pollinator hot spot Edible fruit

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