Midnight Schubert Chokecherry
What: Midnight Schubert Chokecherry (Prunus virginiana Schubert) is a small, deciduous tree native to North America. It grows up to 20 feet tall with corky twigs, long elliptical leaves, and showy white flowers in spring. Its deep purplish black berries ripen in late summer, offering tart flavor for jams and jellies.
Best use: Midnight Schubert Chokecherry works beautifully as a landscape specimen tree or in naturalized settings. It attracts birds and mammals, making it excellent for wildlife gardens. The tree also has cultural significance as its inner bark contains natural purple dye historically used by Native American cultures.
Plant Details
| Height | Up to 20 feet |
| Spread | 15-20 feet |
| Hardiness Zone | 2 – 7 |
| Sunlight | Full sun to partial sun |
| Watering | Minimum |
| Growth Rate | Low |
| Maintenance | Moderate |
| Uses | Ornamental, wildlife habitat, fruit production for jams/jellies/wine |
| Flowers | Showy white blooms in spring |
| Fruit | Deep purplish black berries in late summer |