Sun Needs:
- Full sun to partial shade
- Best fruit production in full sun
Bloom Time:
- Spring (March to April)
- Inconspicuous greenish flowers
Size:
Height: 35 to 50 feet
Width: 30 to 40 feet
Attributes:
- Produces dark purple, juicy, sweet-tart fruits 1–1.5 inches long
- Large, rough-textured, lobed or unlobed leaves
- Native to eastern and central North America
- Attracts birds, pollinators, and other wildlife
- Hardy in USDA Zones 4–8
- Tolerates a range of soil types but prefers moist, well-drained, loamy soil
Care Tips:
- Plant in a spacious area to accommodate its mature size
- Water weekly during the first year; drought-tolerant once established
- Mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds
- Prune in late winter to remove dead or crossing branches
- Avoid planting near sidewalks or patios—fallen fruit can stain surfaces
Pest Watch:
- Generally pest-resistant
- Monitor for bacterial blight, scale insects, and webworms
- Birds love the fruit—expect heavy wildlife activity during fruiting
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