Western Chokecherry vs Golden Lights Rhododendron (Azalea) - TreeTime.ca

Western Chokecherry vs Golden Lights Rhododendron (Azalea)

Prunus virginiana var. demissa

Rhododendron x Golden Lights

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Western Chokecherry
Golden Lights Rhododendron (Azalea)

Western Chokecherry is a shrub or small tree commonly used for farmstead and field windbreaks.

It produces white flowers in the spring and edible dark purple fruit that matures between September and October. Its cherries are great for making for making jams, jellies or wine, but are not very palatable for raw eating.

Golden Lights Rhododendron is an exceptionally cold hardy, deciduous azalea. Part of the Northern Lights Series, this shrub was cultivated specifically to withstand harsh winters, making it ideal for our prairie climate.

In late spring you'll be drawn to its beautiful, golden, sweetly fragrant flowers. Pruning is recommended after the flowers are spent to control the size and shape of this shrub.

Consider Golden Lights Rhododendron when planning your next hedge, or plant it on its own as a striking specimen plant.

Western Chokecherry Quick Facts

Golden Lights Rhododendron (Azalea) Quick Facts

Zone: 2a
Zone: 4a
Height: 7 m (23 ft)
Height: 1.2 m (4 ft)
Spread: 5 m (16 ft)
Spread: 0.9 m (3 ft)
Moisture: dry, normal
Moisture: normal, wet
Light: full sun
Light: partial shade, full sun
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: no
Catkins: no
Catkins: no
Fall colour: reddish-purple
Fall colour: Bronze to red
Berries: edible, astringent, red-purple
Flowers: large, yellow/gold
Growth rate: fast
Growth rate: medium
Life span: short
Life span: medium
Maintenance: medium
Suckering: low
Suckering: low



Toxicity: toxic to horses, cattle, etc.)

Toxicity: All parts of a rhododendron bush, including the leaves, stems and blooms, are toxic to cats, dogs, and horses.
Other Names: bitter-berry, chokecherry, common chokecherry, virginia bird berry