Amur Chokecherry

General 
Scientific Name: Prunus maackii 
Family: Rosaceae (Rose) 
Hardiness: Zone 3 
Leaves: Deciduous 
Plant Type: Tree 

Growth 
Rate: Fast 
Mature Height: 25-45’ 
Longevity: Short 
Power Line: No 

Ornamental 
Flowers: White to cream 
Fruit: Black cherry-like 
Fall Color: Yellow

Prunus maackii, commonly called Manchurian cherry, Amur cherry or Amur chokecherry, is a graceful ornamental flowering cherry tree that typically grows 20-30 feet tall with a dense, broad-rounded crown. It is native to Manchuria, Siberia and Korea. It is perhaps most noted for its attractive, exfoliating golden brown to russet bark. Fragrant flowers appear in late spring and are followed by black fruits.

Light: Full sun. 
Water: Medium. 
Soil: Average well drained soils.

An excellent tree for lawns or as a street tree. It can be used individually or in a grouping of multiple species. Amur chokecherry fruits are excellent for wildlife and birds while the tree serves as a nesting site for songbirds. It is a short lived tree with an expected lifespan of 25-30 years.

Photo Credit:

Joseph Zeleznik, Ph.D., Extension Forester

Amur Chokecherry

Photo Credit:

Joseph Zeleznik, Ph.D., Extension Forester

Amur Chokecherry

Photo Credit:

Joseph Zeleznik, Ph.D., Extension Forester

Amur Chokecherry