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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