Photinia pyrifolia
Red Chokeberry
Description:
Multi stemmed shrub with clusters of white to light pink flowers followed by abundant glossy red fruits. 6 to 10 feet tall. Flowers in late April. Prefers well-drained, medium moisture soils and can tolerate boggy soils. Full sun to partial shade.
Plant Overview:
| Plant Family: | Rosaceae |
| Plant Duration: | Perennial |
| Plant Type: | Shrubs/Subshrub |
| Attracts Pollinators and Wildlife: | Butterflies, Birds |
| Bloom Time: | Late April to late May |
| Fruit Timing: | Early September to October, persisting |
| Global and State Rank: | S5, G5 |
| Commercially available landscape plant? | No |
Soil Characteristics: | |
| Soil Type: | Sandy, Loam, Clay |
| Soil Moisture: | Moist |
| Soil pH: | Slightly Alkaline, Neutral, Slightly Acidic |
Light Needs: | |
| Opitmal Light: | Sun |
| Light Range: | Sun |
Water Needs of Plant: | |
| Soil Moisture: | Moist |
