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Amur Chokecherry

Prunus Maackii

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The Amur Chokecherry, Prunus maackii, is a striking ornamental tree reaching up to 30-45 feet tall with a spread of 20-30 feet. Renowned for its golden-bronze, exfoliating bark and fragrant white flower clusters, it dazzles in spring. Glossy green foliage turns yellow in fall. This hardy tree thrives in full sun, adaptable to various soil types, and requires regular moisture. Ideal for accent or specimen planting, zones 3-6.

Sun FullWater MediumZones 2–7Climate Alpine
Amur Chokecherry (Prunus Maackii) — Renowned for its golden-bronze, exfoliating bark and fragrant white flower clusters, it dazzles in spring
Amur Chokecherry (Prunus Maackii) — is a striking ornamental tree reaching up to 30-45 feet tall with a spread of 20-30 feetAmur Chokecherry (Prunus Maackii) — Renowned for its golden-bronze, exfoliating bark and fragrant white flower clusters, it dazzles in springAmur Chokecherry (Prunus Maackii) — This hardy tree thrives in full sun, adaptable to various soil types, and requires regular moistureAmur Chokecherry (Prunus Maackii) — Ideal for accent or specimen planting, zones 3-6Amur Chokecherry (Prunus Maackii) — is a hardy deciduous tree native to Eastern AsiaAmur Chokecherry (Prunus Maackii) — renowned for its adaptability and ornamental features+18

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Medium
USDA zones
2–7

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Rosaceae
Climate
Alpine

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Amur Chokecherry (Prunus Maackii) — Glossy green foliage turns yellow in fall
Amur Chokecherry (Prunus Maackii) — is a striking ornamental tree reaching up to 30-45 feet tall with a spread of 20-30 feet
Amur Chokecherry (Prunus Maackii) — Renowned for its golden-bronze, exfoliating bark and fragrant white flower clusters, it dazzles in spring
Amur Chokecherry (Prunus Maackii) — This hardy tree thrives in full sun, adaptable to various soil types, and requires regular moisture
Amur Chokecherry (Prunus Maackii) — Ideal for accent or specimen planting, zones 3-6
Amur Chokecherry (Prunus Maackii) — is a hardy deciduous tree native to Eastern Asia
Amur Chokecherry (Prunus Maackii) — renowned for its adaptability and ornamental features
Amur Chokecherry (Prunus Maackii) — Typically reaching between 20 to 30 feet in height with a spread of 15 to 25 feet
Amur Chokecherry (Prunus Maackii) — this medium-sized tree boasts a pleasing rounded to oval crown
Amur Chokecherry (Prunus Maackii) — making it an ideal focal point in a landscape design
Amur Chokecherry (Prunus Maackii) — it peels away in thin layers
Amur Chokecherry (Prunus Maackii) — Its bark is one of its most striking features - glossy and copper-colored
Amur Chokecherry (Prunus Maackii) — adding year-round interest even after its leaves have fallen.<br><br>In late spring
Amur Chokecherry (Prunus Maackii) — the Amur Chokecherry exhibits a profusion of fragrant
Amur Chokecherry (Prunus Maackii) — Following the flowering period
Amur Chokecherry (Prunus Maackii) — small white flowers that appear in dense clusters before the foliage fully emerges
Amur Chokecherry (Prunus Maackii) — These flowers are not only visually appealing but also attract pollinators to the garden
Amur Chokecherry (Prunus Maackii) — small reddish-black cherries develop by late summer - they're a favorite among birds
Amur Chokecherry (Prunus Maackii) — providing an excellent source of food
Amur Chokecherry (Prunus Maackii) — <br><br>The leaves of Prunus maackii are lanceolate
Amur Chokecherry (Prunus Maackii) — transitioning to a vibrant yellow in the autumn
Amur Chokecherry (Prunus Maackii) — This species is relatively low maintenance
Amur Chokecherry (Prunus Maackii) — thriving in full sun to partial shade
Amur Chokecherry (Prunus Maackii) — though well-drained soil is preferred

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