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Prunus virginiana
Prunus virginiana
Common Name: Choke Cherry
This small suckering tree or large shrub forms large upright clumps. Spring blossoms are attractive white flowers in dense, cylindrical clusters three to six inches long. It has an unusual tolerance for shade and can be grown in an understory or screen planting. In the fall, the red fruit ripens to purple. This attractive species is planted both for ornamental and conservation purposes. It is a great choice for erosion control plantings.
Height: 25-30 Feet
Spread: 15-20 Feet
USDA Hardiness Zone: 2-6