Prunus americana
Habit: Shrub - forms thickets
Height at maturity: 24'
Growth rate: Moderate
Soil: Medium to coarse
Shade tolerant: No
Drought tolerant: Yes
Temperature tolerance: -38° F
Wildlife: Valuable plant for wildlife and soil stabilization. Tends to form thickets that provide excellent wildlife cover and it is used in shelterbelt development.

Other information: Also called wild plum, this shrub is distributed through much of eastern Canada and a major portion of the U.S. Its fruit is used to make jelly, jams, sauces, and is excellent eaten fresh from the tree in late summer. (USDA, NRCS Plants Database).