MIDNIGHT SCHUBERT CHOKECHERRY Prunus virginiana ‘Midnight Schubert’
• A refined, darker‑foliaged improvement on the classic Schubert Chokecherry, selected for its richer purple leaf colour, improved uniformity, and stronger resistance to bronzing in hot, dry summers.
• Emerges green in spring, shifting to deep burgundy‑purple by early summer and holding colour well through the season, giving it a bold, high‑contrast presence in the landscape.
• Develops an upright, oval canopy with cleaner branching and better structural consistency than standard Schubert types.
• Produces clusters of white spring flowers, supporting early‑season pollinators and adding a brief ornamental highlight before foliage darkens.
• Dark purple chokecherries ripen in late summer; fruit is edible but very astringent, more commonly used for jelly, syrup, or wildlife forage.
• Fruit drop is moderate and can create some litter; best placed away from patios, sidewalks, and driveways.
• A hardy native species tolerant of wind, cold, and varied soils; prefers consistent moisture but handles short dry periods once established.
• Full Sun
• Zone 2, 6–8 m Height × 4–6 m Width
