{"product_id":"cerisier-de-virginie","title":"Chokecherry","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChokecherry (\u003ci\u003ePrunus virginiana\u003c\/i\u003e) \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNative Edible and Wildlife Tree for Ontario and Eastern Canada (Zones 2–7)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Expert Summary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Chokecherry (Ontario Trees \u0026amp; Shrubs - Edible)\" href=\"https:\/\/ontariotrees.com\/main\/species.php?id=2027\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eChokecherry (\u003ci\u003ePrunus virginiana\u003c\/i\u003e)\u003c\/a\u003e is a fast-growing, very cold-hardy native tree ideal for Ontario and Eastern Canada (Zones 2–7). It typically grows 1–2 ft per year (30–60 cm) and reaches 20–30 ft (6–9 m) at maturity. Best for wildlife habitat, natural hedging, and edible landscaping, it offers fragrant white spring flowers and clusters of \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Chokecherries\" href=\"https:\/\/www.uaf.edu\/ces\/publications\/database\/food\/chokecherries.php\" target=\"_blank\"\u003edark edible berries\u003c\/a\u003e along with strong adaptability to a wide range of soils and site conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose Chokecherry for Ontario and Eastern Canada?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA tough, adaptable native tree that thrives in harsh Canadian conditions while providing food for wildlife and seasonal beauty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Zone 2 (Ideal for Ontario and Eastern Canada Zones 2–7)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate to fast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wildlife habitat, hedging, edible landscapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Feature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spring flowers and edible berries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNative \/ Non-native:\u003c\/strong\u003e Native to Québec and across Canada\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIt adapts well to:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClay soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSandy and loamy soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMoist to moderately dry conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRural and urban environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWind, cold, and difficult growing conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTree Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse;\" border=\"1\" cellpadding=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20–30 ft (6–9 m)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Spread\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20-30 ft (6–9 m)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1–2 ft per year\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 (Ideal for Ontario and Eastern Canada Zones 2–7)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSun Exposure\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Preference\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdaptable: clay, sandy, loamy soils\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Needs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow to moderate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrought Tolerance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow to moderate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLifespan\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40–80+ years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIs Chokecherry Right for Your Yard?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChoose Chokecherry if:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want fruit and flowers within 3–5 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou have a small to medium yard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou live in Zone 2–7\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want spring blooms + wildlife value\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need a tree for hedging or natural planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot ideal if:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want a very clean, no-maintenance tree (fruit drop possible)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou are planting too close to structures (can sucker)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need a dense shade tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBest Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWildlife habitat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural hedges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEdible landscaping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWindbreak planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePollinator gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy it works:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chokecherry produces abundant flowers for pollinators and fruit for birds and wildlife. Its suckering habit allows it to form dense thickets, ideal for screening and natural ecosystems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Makes Chokecherry Special?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA versatile native tree that combines beauty, resilience, and ecological value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long clusters of fragrant white flowers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSummer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark red to black edible berries develop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFall:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yellow to orange foliage adds colour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dense branching provides structure and wildlife shelter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWinter Survival in Ontario and Eastern Canada\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, Chokecherry is fully hardy in Ontario and Eastern Canada Zones 2–7 and tolerates cold temperatures, snow, and wind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFirst-year tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd 2–3 inches of mulch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater deeply before freeze-up\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtect from extreme exposure in open sites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlanting Guide for Ontario and Eastern Canada\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest planting time:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpring (April–June)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEarly fall (September–October)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10–15 ft from foundations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8–15 ft between plants (hedge or grouping)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering (first year):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater deeply once per week\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjust based on rainfall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Answers (FAQ)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow fast does Chokecherry grow in Ontario?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTypically 1–2 ft per year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it cold hardy in Ontario?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Hardy to Zone 2 and performs well in Zones 2–7.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it need another tree for pollination?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo, but cross-pollination improves fruit yield.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre the roots invasive?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNot invasive, but it spreads by suckers and can form colonies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it messy?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eModerate—berries may drop if not harvested.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompare With Similar Trees\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse;\" border=\"1\" cellpadding=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eTree\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eGrowth\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eKey Feature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eBest For\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca title=\"Chokecherry (Prunus virginiana)\" href=\"https:\/\/arbresenligne.com\/en\/products\/chokecherry\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca title=\"Chokecherry (Prunus virginiana)\" href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/products\/chokecherry\"\u003eChokecherry\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBerries + adaptability\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWildlife, hedging\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca title=\"Black Plum (Prunus nigra)\" href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/products\/black-plum\"\u003eBlack Plum\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarger edible fruit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEdible landscapes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca title=\"Canada Serviceberry (Amelanchier canadensis)\" href=\"https:\/\/arbresenligne.com\/en\/products\/canada-serviceberry\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca title=\"Canada Serviceberry (Amelanchier canadensis)\" href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/products\/canada-serviceberry\"\u003eCanada Serviceberry\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEarly fruit + flowers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmall yards\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eShipping Across Quebec, Ontario and Atlantic Provinces\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNursery-grown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarefully packaged\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShipped to your door in Quebec, Ontario and Atlantic Provinces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHealthy root system guarantee\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eExplore Related Collections\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Collection: Cherry Trees\" href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/collections\/cherry-trees\"\u003eCherry Trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Collection: Edible Trees\" href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/collections\/edible-trees\"\u003eEdible Trees and Shrubs\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Collection: Hardiness Zone 2 Plants\" href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/collections\/zone-2-plants-eastern-canada\"\u003eZone 2 Trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/collections\/spring-favourites\" title=\"Collection: Spring Favorites : Trees, Shrubs and Perennials\"\u003eSpring Favorite Trees \u0026amp; 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