Canada Red Chokecherry
Prunus virginiana 'Canada Red'
PROO-nus ver-jin-ee-AY-nuh
Trees: Shade Tree
Zone
2: -50° to -40°
Min. Temp
Frost Tolerant: 24°
Appearance
Summer Foliage
Purple
Fall Foliage
Red
Blooming Time
Late Spring - Late Spring
Habit
Rounded
Height
20–40 ft
Spread
20-30 ft
Form
Panicle
Characteristics
Type
Cultivar
Safety
Toxic to Dogs/Cats
Growth Rate
Moderate
Tolerance/Resistance
Cold Hardy
Attracts
Attracts Honeybees & Pollinators; Attracts Birds
Uses/Placement
Massed
Optimal Growing Conditions
Sun Exposure
Full Sun - Part Shade
Soil Texture
Adaptable
Soil Drainage
Adaptable
Soil Moisture
Average to Moist
Soil PH
Slightly Acidic: 6.0-6.5
PH Tolerance
Prefers slightly acidic soil
Soil Amendment(s)
Compost
Fertilizer
Moderate Feeder
Fertilizer Formula
Balanced Fertilizer
Fertilizer Timing
Apply at Planting
Micronutrients
Iron Supplement Recommended
Care
Care Level
Low
Behavior and Propagation
Spreading
Moderate Spreader
Propagation Method
Self-fertile but benefits from cross-pollination
Propagation Licensing
Open propagation permitted
Division Timing
Rarely Needs Division