PIN CHERRY Prunus pensylvanica
• A slender, upright native cherry valued for its extreme cold hardiness and ability to establish in tough prairie and boreal conditions, especially disturbed or poor soils.
• Forms an airy, open canopy with fine branching and narrow leaves, giving it a light, delicate texture in the landscape.
• Produces abundant, clusters of white spring flowers, creating a striking early‑season display and providing excellent forage for bees and other pollinators.
• Bright red cherries follow in mid‑summer; they are edible but very tart, more often used for jelly, syrup, or wildlife forage than for fresh eating.
• Fruit drop is moderate and can create some litter in high‑traffic areas; best used in naturalized or low‑maintenance settings.
• A true pioneer species—fast to establish, short‑lived, and prone to suckering, especially if roots are disturbed.
• Full Sun
• Zone 2, 4–8 m Height × 3–5 m Width
