Prunus virginiana
Chokecherry
 
Prunus Virginiana, commonly known as chokecherry, is a deciduous shrub which produces delicate clusters of white flowers. The flowers bloom in late spring to early summer and then develop into small red fruit in late summer.
 
This plant typically reaches a height of 10-25 feet and prefers full sun to part shade. Chokecherry thrives in a variety of soil types, including well-drained, sandy, or loamy soil.
 
Chokecherries are popular among butterflies and various bird species, such as robins, chickadees, and thrushes. The plant also serves as a host plant for many butterfly species including the eastern tiger swallowtail and the coral hairstreak.
 
This native species play an essential role in maintaining the ecosystem's balance and contribute to the overall health of a garden or landscape.