Chokecherry
Prunus virginiana
Large shrub/small tree with fragrant, dense clusters of white flowers and red/dark purple fruit, that are very attractive to birds and butterflies, and can be made into jelly or preserves. Excellent wildlife value!
BLOOM TIME
- April
- May
SUNLIGHT
- Full Sun
- Partial Sun
- Partial Shade
- Full Shade
SOIL TYPE
- Well Drained
- Dry
- Moist
- Texture (Sand)
- Texture (Loam)
- Texture (Clay)
- pH Acid <6.0
- pH Neutral 6.0-8.0
- pH Alkaline >8.0
HEIGHT
12-20'
CATERPILLAR SPECIES HOSTED
Over 200
WILDLIFE BENEFITED
Caterpillars, Pollinators, Butterflies, Birds, Mammals
Artist: Jada Fitch
Photo Credit: Dan Jaffe