Chokecherry (Virginiana)

The Chokecherry (Virginiana) is generally described as a perennial tree or shrub. This is native to the U.S. (United States) has its most active growth period in the spring and summer . The Chokecherry (Virginiana) has green foliage and inconspicuous white flowers, with an abuncance of conspicuous black fruits or seeds. The greatest bloom is usually observed in the mid spring, with fruit and seed production starting in the summer and continuing until summer. Leaves are not retained year to year. The Chokecherry (Virginiana) has a short life span relative to most other plant species and a rapid growth rate. At maturity, the typical Chokecherry (Virginiana) will reach up to 25 feet high, with a maximum height at 20 years of 15 feet.

The Chokecherry (Virginiana) is easily found in nurseries, garden stores and other plant dealers and distributors. It can be propagated by bare root, container, seed. It has a slow ability to spread through seed production and the seedlings have medium vigor. Note that cold stratification is not required for seed germination and the plant cannot survive exposure to temperatures below -43°F. has medium tolerance to drought and restricted water conditions.