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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