WALLACE W HANSEN

Native Plants of the Northwest
Native Plant Nursery & Gardens

2158 Bower Ct S.E., Salem, Oregon 97317-9216

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Updated July 04, 2010

This decorative relative of the plum grows quickly to heights of 25.’

In the wild, it is most common in Washington, Oregon, Idaho and California at low elevations and often in riparian zones. It is hardy in USDA zones 5-10.

Left on its own, Chokecherry will sucker freely to form dense stands.

It requires a well-drained site and is highly tolerant of drought and cold weather.

In spring the Chokecherry is bedecked with showy sprays of flowers and later reddish-black, edible fruits which are used to make delightful juice, syrups or jellies but do take care not to crush the seeds as they contain cyanide.

In autumn the shiny, dark green leaves turn a deep maroon and fall to reveal the reddish twigs.

This tree is perfect for wildlife who relish the leaves and fruit.

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