Prunus virginiana
Chokecherry, Eastern Choke Cherry
Tree Characteristics
Leaves:
Deciduous
Height:
6 - 11m
Width:
5 - 8m
Growth Rate:
Moderate
Tree Tolerances
Plant Hardiness Zone:
2, 3, 4, 5, 6
Shade Tolerance:
Full Sun
pH Tolerance:
Tolerant of acid to alkaline soil (5.0 to 8.0)
Drought Tolerance:
Moderate
Flooding Tolerance:
Low
Salt Spray Tolerance:
Tolerant
Soil Salt Tolerance:
Tolerant
Planting site and Native Range
Planting Site:
Naturalization, Parks, Highway, Residential, Wide Median
Native to Ontario:
Yes
Native to North America:
Yes
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.
Management Notes
May sucker from trunk base