• Type: Shrub / Small tree

• Light: Full sun to partial shade

• Soil: Adaptable to a variety of soils

• Mature Size: 10–15 ft tall

• Native Range: Central and eastern United States

Overview

Why It Stands Out

• Produces edible fruit for wildlife and people

• Forms dense thickets for cover and screening

• Adaptable and hardy native species

Seed Details

• Collection focus: Emphasis on genetic diversity across parent populations

• Form: Cleaned seed (pits)

• Seeds per lb: 850 to 900

• Availability: Seasonal
  

Growing Notes

• Requires cold stratification before planting

• Suitable for nursery production or direct planting

• Spreads naturally through suckering over time
  

Wildlife Value

• Fruit is used by birds and mammals

• Flowers provide pollinator value in spring

• Dense growth offers nesting and cover habitat

Best Uses

• Nursery production

• Habitat restoration

• Hedgerows and screening

• Wildlife plantings

• Backyard and property plantings

Ordering / Availability

• Current availability

• Bulk pricing

• Questions on this species

Small and bulk quantities available depending on the season.

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