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: | Birds, Butterflies |
Bloom Time: | Late April to late May |
Fruit Timing: | Early September to October, persisting |
Global and State Rank: | G5, S5 |
Commercially available landscape plant? | No |
Soil Characteristics: | |
Soil Type: | Clay, Loam, Sandy |
Soil Moisture: | Moist |
Soil pH: | Slightly Acidic, Neutral, Slightly Alkaline |
Light Needs: | |
Opitmal Light: | Sun |
Light Range: | Sun |
Water Needs of Plant: | |
Soil Moisture: | Moist |