Chokecherry
Prunus virginiana
Description
Prunus virginiana, or chokecherry, is native to Ontario and most of Canada and the US. It thrives in semi-dry, fertile soil and is highly resilient, with easy transplanting. Its weak wood, however, makes it prone to branch breakage during ice storms. In the fall, Prunus virginiana drops leaves and produces small, dark fruit that can create some mess.
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Planting Site and Native Range
Planting Site
Naturalization, Parks, Highway, Residential, Wide Median
Management Notes
Management Notes
May sucker from trunk base
Tree Characteristics
Growth Rate
Moderately (30cm- 60cm per year)
Width
5 - 8m
Height
6 - 11m
Soil Quantity
0 - 10 m
Leaves
Deciduous
Insects and Diseases
Insects and Diseases
Two types of borers influence this species, Lesser Peachtree and Peachtree borer. This species can also be influenced by Black Knot, root rot and fireblight. It can also very susceptible to eastern tent caterpillar.
Tree Tolerances
Soil Salt Tolerance
Tolerant
Salt Spray Tolerance
Tolerant
Flooding Tolerance
Low
Drought Tolerance
Moderate
pH Tolerance
Tolerant of acid to alkaline soil (5.0 to 8.0)
Shade Tolerance
Full Sun
Plant Hardiness Zone
Zone 2 (a/b) | Zone 3 (a/b) | Zone 4 (a/b) | Zone 5 (a/b) | Zone 6 (a/b)
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