Spring blossom, summer fruit, and prairie-proven hardiness in one generous shrub.
Nanking cherry is a broad, cold-hardy shrub covered in pale spring flowers, followed by bright red fruit in early to midsummer. Its dense branching also makes a useful informal screen.
Plant details
Sun
Full sun
Moisture
Low, Moderate
Height
180–300 cm
Spread
240–360 cm
Hardiness zone
2–7
Bloom months
Apr, May
Flower colour
White, Pink
Foliage colour
Green
Foliage type
Deciduous
Good to know
Pollinator friendly
Edible
Drought tolerant
Care
Plant in full sun in well-drained soil. Water during establishment and drought. For fruit, grow more than one genetically distinct plant nearby. Prune after harvest or while dormant to remove damaged and crowded wood.
