SUCKER PUNCH® chokecherry
Prunus ‘P002S' PP25,767
SUCKER PUNCH® chokecherry is an improved, red leaf chokecherry hybrid that does not sucker. This drought-tolerant, medium-sized tree is adorned with beautiful, dark, reddish-purple foliage. The leaves emerge green in spring and gradually change to purple. In the spring, there are abundant, small white, fragrant blooms. Small fruits emerge and ripen to deep purple in late July. They can be used for making jams and jellies or left on the tree to provide a favorite food for songbirds.
| Plant Type | Tree |
| Height | 20 - 25 feet |
| Width | 15 - 20 feet |
| Flowering Season | spring |
| Flower Color | white |
| Sun | Sun |
| Water Needs | moderate to dry |
| USDA Hardiness Zone | Zones 3 -8 |
| Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sandy |
| Deer Resistant | No |
| Good for Pollination | Yes |
| Winter Interest | Yes |
| North American Native | Yes |
| Year Introduced | 2019 |
| Annual Commercial Maintenance | Good growth habit and tends not to exhibit many crossing branches requiring less pruning maintenance. If pruning is required, use ISA practices for pruning as plant matures. |
| 5-10 Year Commercial Maintenance | Follow ISA pruning practices or call a certified arborist. |
| Elevation Guide | Up to 7500 ft. |
