
Bitter-berry
Prunus virginiana
Chokecherry is a hardy, adaptable native shrub or small tree that grows well in a wide range of soils with minimal care once established. It produces fragrant white flower clusters in spring and dark purple berries in late summer that are highly attractive to birds and wildlife. Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape and monitor for common cherry pests such as tent caterpillars.
Toxicity Warning
Known to be toxic to dogs, cats, horses.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
12″ – 36″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
120″
Watering Schedule
Every 10-14 Days Once Established • Water Deeply But Infrequently, Allowing The Top Few Inches Of Soil To Dry Between Waterings
Soil pH
6 – 7.5
Temperature
-20° – 90°F
Mature Spread
up to 24″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Propagation: Seed, Division
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda, aspca
Image: trefle.io — Taken Aug 29, 2020 by Fraser Hutchison (cc-by-sa)
No nurseries currently have this species in stock.