Shrub Indiana Native Prunus pumila [Sand Cherry] Prunus pumila is a creeping, low-growing small shrub naturally found in sandy locations, such as dunes, where it acts an important stabilizer. The cherry fruits are too bitter to eat fresh, but can be used in jams and jellies.
Shrub Prunus tomentosa [Nanking Cherry] Among earliest of Prunus to flower. Subject to the troubles of other cherries (fireblight, etc.), but less so than some. Leaf spot in wet seasons. Often short-lived.
Shrub/Tree Indiana Native Prunus virginiana [Common Chokecherry] The Common Chokecherry can be a suckering small tree or large shrub that produces fragrant white racemes followed by small, purple-black cherries. These fruits can be used for pies, jellies, and jams (do not eat fresh). Suckers must be immediately removed to control growth.
Tree Pseudolarix amabilis [Golden Larch] No serious diseases. Should be protected from too much wind.
Shrub/Tree Indiana Native Ptelea trifoliata [Hoptree] A widely adaptable species which performs best in well-drained soils, can be grown in full sun or even under heavy shade. This plant is susceptible to several leaf spot and even a rust disease, but none are serious. It's fruit can also be use as a substitute for hops, thus giving rise to one of its common name: the 'Hoptree'. This tree's bark can also be utilized for medical purposes, and its stems when bruised…
Tree InvasiveThis plant is considered invasive Pyrus calleryana [Callery Pear] Overused, weak wooded, short-lived. Flowers are malodorous and often killed by late spring freezes. Some fireblight susceptiblity. Forms narrow crotch angles that can result in a larger tree literally splitting in two. Very small fruits are a litter problem when abundant. Considered invasive in many areas.
Tree InvasiveThis plant is considered invasive Pyrus calleryana 'Aristocrat' [sold as Aristocrat®] [Aristocrat Callery Pear] Aristocrat is one of the better performing Callery Pear variants. Flowers are malodorous, but the later blooming Aristocrat flowers are not as often killed by late spring freezes as are the flowers of other P. calleryana variants. Some fireblight susceptiblity, especially in the south. The branching of Aristocrat is more horizontal and does not form as narrow crotch angles as many other Callery Pears. Very small fruits are a litter problem when abundant. Considered invasive…
Tree InvasiveThis plant is considered invasive Pyrus calleryana 'Bradford' [Bradford Callery Pear] The cultivar 'Bradford' was exceedingly popular in the recent past, becoming overused because of its beautiful white flower show and outstanding scarlet to purple fall color. However, it is now advised not to use this short-lived cultivar, as it has very weak wood and tight branch angles and is quite prone to serious breakage. Forms narrow crotch angles that can result in a larger tree literally splitting in two. Flowers are malodorous and often killed…
Tree InvasiveThis plant is considered invasive Pyrus calleryana 'Capital' [Capital Callery Pear] Overused, weak wooded, short-lived. Flowers are malodorous and often killed by late spring freezes. Forms narrow crotch angles that can result in a larger tree literally splitting in two. Very small fruits are a litter problem when abundant. 'Capital' is narrow-columnar in form and is severely susceptible to fireblight. The aesthetics of this cultivar decrease considerably with age. Considered invasive in many areas.
Tree InvasiveThis plant is considered invasive Pyrus calleryana 'Glen’s Form' [sold as Chanticleer®] [Chanticleer Callery Pear] Generally considered to be one of the best cultivars of P. calleryana. While still prone to limb breakage, it is stronger wooded than other variants. The Chanticleer Callery Pear is also known for its resistance to fireblight. Flowers are malodorous and often killed by late spring freezes. Very small fruits are a litter problem when abundant. Considered invasive in many areas.
