Prunus virginiana

chokecherry

This showy tree with a suckering habit is a great choice for naturalizing and hedging, and tolerates even the driest, rockiest soil. Showy flowers appear mid-spring, followed by fruits and flocks of birds. Prunus species are among the most broadly beneficial native plants, supporting a diversity of birds and animals and hosting or supporting over 400 species of butterflies and moths.

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Height: 4-12 ft
Spread: 8-18 ft
Hardiness Zone: 2-7


Bloom Color: White

Characteristics & Attributes

Cultivation Status
• Species
Exposure
• Sun
• Part Shade
Soil Moisture
• Dry
• Average
Ecoregion
• (84) Atlantic Coastal Pine Barrens
• (82) Acadian Plains and Hills
• (58) Northeastern Highlands
• (83) Eastern Great Lakes Lowlands
• (59) Northeastern Coastal Zone
Ornamental Interest
• Summer Fruit
• Spring Bloom
Attracts Wildlife
• Host Plant
• Pollinator Powerhouse Plant
• Other Pollinators/Wildlife
• Attracts Songbirds
• Attracts Bees
Tolerance
• Drought Tolerant
• Urban Environment
• Deer/Rabbit Resistant
• Salt Tolerant
Additional Attributes
• Low Maintenance
• Edible
Landscape Use
• Rain Garden
• Naturalize
• Hedge/screening
• Massing
Attractive Fall Foliage and/or Ornamental Fruit
• Purple to Black Fruit
• Red Fruit
Growth Habit
• Spreading/Suckering


North American Distribution


chokecherry - Prunus virginiana from Native Plant Trust
chokecherry - Prunus virginiana from Native Plant Trust
chokecherry - Prunus virginiana from Native Plant Trust