Refine Search
  • USDA Hardiness Zones
  • Rosehill Top 100
  • Plant Type
  • Mature Height
  • Mature Width
  • Growth Habit
  • Sun Exposure
  • Seasonal Interest
  • Bloom Color
  • Bloom Interest
  • Bloom Period
  • Fall Color
  • Foliage Color
  • Foliage Type
  • Cost
  • Maintenance Level
  • Water Preference
  • Attracts Birds
  • Attracts Butterflies
  • Attributes
Refine Search

Canada Red Chokecherry

  - OR -  
Plant Information
Common Name Canada Red Chokecherry
Botanical Name Prunus virginiana 'Canada Red'
Description
Plant Type Ornamental
Mature Height 25 to 30 ft
Mature Width 15 to 20 ft
Growth Habit Rounded
Bloom Color White
Bloom Interest Showy
Bloom Period April to May
Seasonal Interest Spring, Fall, Winter
Foliage Color Burgundy
Foliage Type Simple
Fall Color Yellow
Attributes Street Tree
Attracts Butterflies No
Attracts Birds No
Care
Sun Exposure Full Sun, Partial Shade
USDA Hardiness Zone 2 to 6
Zoned for KC Region Yes
Water Preference Moist,Well-drained
Maintenance Level Moderate
Cost Moderate
Watering Notes Water deeply if rainfall is less than 1" per week especially for the first 3 years after planting. After roots are established, water deeply in extreme weather situations.
Fertilize Notes According to Missouri Department of Conservation, trees seldom need to be fertilized even when planting. But it may be used to increase growth rates. If the tree is weak or distressed, fertilizer should only be applied sparingly.
Prune Notes Prune any suckers from the roots. Prune broken or diseased limbs.