Prunus virginiana can be tree-like under some circumstances, but tends to forms thickets and have many canes that go in all directions. Outstanding fall color, varied site adaptability, flower show and habitat building are just a couple of the characteristics that make this plant a winner in restoration work and in home/urban gardens. We use this plant in lightly shaded shrub borders to add a dimension that other shade tolerant plants can't give us, height. The birds love the berries and butterflies feed on the flowers and lay their eggs here making it interesting to watch for visitors.

Environment:  Xeric  Dry/Mesic  Mesic  Wet/Mesic  Hydric

Exposure:  Shade  Part Shade  Morning Sun  Full Sun

Bloom Period:  Spring  Summer  Fall