Chokecherry (Prunus virginiana) [PREW-nus ver-jin-ee-AY-nah] |
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| Family | Rosaceae |
| Why Like | Native small tree has pretty bunches of white flowers in May, as well as sour, bitter fruit -- thus the "choke." The leaves are toxic to deer especially after first frost, but are food for Lepidoptera caterpillars. Some Western US wines are make from chokecherry fruit! |
| Description | |
| Named Cultivars | Prunus virginiana 'Canada Red', Prunus virginiana 'Schubert', Prunus virginiana 'Shubert Select' |
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| I am a... | Deciduous Perennial Tree |
| Mature Size | 20 - 30 feet tall. 15 - 20 feet wide. |
| Sun Exposure | Partial Shade - Full Sun |
| Moisture Tolerance | - Medium: |
| Zones | 2a - 7b |
| Bloom Period | April to May |
| Flower Color | White |
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More Photos: Google Image Search & Flickr |
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