Chokecherry is a shrub or small tree producing large clusters of astringent dark red to black cherries that pucker the mouth when eaten raw but make excellent jelly and wine. It is one of the most widely distributed native fruiting shrubs in North America, found from coast to coast. Over 50 bird species consume the berries, and it was an important food source for indigenous peoples.
Best time to see a Chokecherry
The best time to see a Chokecherry is April–June, when about 62% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 25,867 research-grade iNaturalist observations.
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