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Prunus emarginata Bitter Cherry

Description

Showy clusters of white, pollinator-friendly flowers give way to bright red berries that are highly valued by birds. While usually too bitter for people, the fruit plays an important role in supporting local wildlife.

This deciduous shrub can be identified year-round by its distinctive horizontal lenticels on the bark. Best in moist, well-drained soils, though it also tolerates dry, exposed sites.

habitat Moist open forests, thickets, rocky slopes and riparian/streambanks
light Full sun to part shade
moisture Dry to moist
height 2 to 15m
flowering May and June
habit small deciduous tree or shrub
feature Attracts pollinators, butterfly host
companion plants Oceanspray, Scouler's Willow, Arbutus, Nootka Rose, Common Snowberry
$25.00
Maximum quantity available reached.

Growing From Seed

Growing your own native plants from seed is the most economical way to add natives to your project or home garden. The seeds of native plants have built-in dormancy mechanisms that protect them from germinating before killing frosts or periods of drought.

In cultivation, the successful gardener must become familiar with these conditions to unlock the dormancy mechanism and stimulate germination. We are developing thorough seed germination categories in the Seed Details section above to help you successfully grow the native seed we sell. 

Download: Seed Starting Basics Guide

Growing from Potted Plants

Careful and correct planting techniques are critical to the survival of young potted plants from our nursery.

Download: Planting and Care of Potted Plants

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