Height: 1.25 - 1.5m (4 - 5 FT.)
Spread: 1.25m (4 FT.)
Hardy, upright form with rose-pink blooms in early spring. Finely textured green foliage turns yellow-orange in fall. Small, hairy, nut-like ornamental fruit in fall attracts wildlife. Excellent as a specimen or in a large group. Prefers a moist, well-drained soil.
Height: 1.25 - 1.5m (4 - 5 FT.)
Spread: 1.25m (4 FT.)
Height: 2 - 2.5m (6 ½ - 8 FT.)
Spread: 2 - 2.5m (6 ½ - 8 FT.)
Extremely hardy shrub. Soft pink blooms appear along branches before foliage in spring, followed by small, edible, sweet-tart, red cherries in late summer. Self-fertile. Small, toothed, fuzzy green foliage turns bright yellow in fall. Prefers well-drained soil.
Height: 2 - 2.5m (6 ½ - 8 FT.)
Spread: 2 - 2.5m (6 ½ - 8 FT.)
Height: 2 - 2.5m (6 ½ - 8 FT.)
Spread: 1.5 - 2m (5 - 6 ½ FT.)
Upright spreading form. Bright pink blossoms completely cover stems before fuzzy, deeply veined, green foliage appears in spring. Small, sweet, edible, red cherries in late summer. Self pollinating. Excellent for jellies and preserves. Prefers a moist, well-drained soil.
Height: 2 - 2.5m (6 ½ - 8 FT.)
Spread: 1.5 - 2m (5 - 6 ½ FT.)
Height: 2 - 2.5m (6 ½ - 8 FT.)
Spread: 1.5 - 2m (5 - 6 ½ FT.)
A must-have for the prairie landscape! Extremely showy, double pink blooms blanket branches in early spring before foliage emerges. Attractive, light green, course foliage turns yellow in fall. Fruitless. Prefers a moist, fertile, well-drained loamy soil.
Height: 2 - 2.5m (6 ½ - 8 FT.)
Spread: 1.5 - 2m (5 - 6 ½ FT.)
Height: 3m (10 FT.)
Spread: 2.5 - 3m (8 - 10 FT.)
Clusters of white blooms in mid-spring produce heavy crops of large, deep purple berries. Fruit is excellent for processing into jams and jellies. Good for fresh eating and wine making. Very ornamental red purple foliage.
Height: 3m (10 FT.)
Spread: 2.5 - 3m (8 - 10 FT.)
Height: 5 - 7m (16 - 23 FT.)
Spread: 4 - 5m (13 - 16 FT.)
Large native shrub or small tree, with long clusters of small white spring blooms. Edible, dark purple chokecherries in late summer accent coarse, dark green foliage. Used primarily for reclamation, erosion control and naturalization. Attracts wildlife.
Height: 5 - 7m (16 - 23 FT.)
Spread: 4 - 5m (13 - 16 FT.)
Height: 2m (6 ½ FT.)
Spread: 1.5m (5 FT.)
This large, ornamental shrub is blanketed by dainty pink, fragrant blooms in early spring, followed by rich purple-red foliage. Excellent contrast shrub. Prefers well-drained soil.
Height: 2m (6 ½ FT.)
Spread: 1.5m (5 FT.)
Height: 2 - 2.5m (6 ½ - 8 FT.)
Spread: 1.25 - 1.5m (4 - 5 FT.)
Earliest bloomer of all the Romance Series. Self-pollinating, white spring blossoms appear before glossy, pointed green foliage. Dark red cherry is excellent eating fresh or good for processing. Requires a moist, well-drained soil.
Height: 2 - 2.5m (6 ½ - 8 FT.)
Spread: 1.25 - 1.5m (4 - 5 FT.)
Plant names containing PBRAF, PP numbers and the like, may not be asexually propagated. Reproduction of these patented plants in any form, is prohibited. The symbols used to represent plant characteristics are based on our research and experience. Outcome may vary based on climate and conditions.
Full Sun: Varieties that require 6-8 hours of direct sunlight per day to thrive and produce blooms to their full potential. The Plants with this icon are often heat-tolerant.
Partial Shade: Varieties that require 4-6 hours of direct sunlight per day. Morning sun is best as these plants often prefer less intense heat.
Full Shade: Varieties that require less than 4 hours of direct sunlight per day. Morning sun is best as these plants are often not heat-tolerant.
CVI: Certified Virus Indexed Prunus Pyrus and Malus varieties for export to the US.
New: All new variety additions to Bron and Sons within the last three years.
Attracts Hummingbirds: Varieties with brightly colours, nectar-rich blooms. Often tubular shaped with a strong, sweet fragrance.
Attracts Butterflies: These varieties often provide nectar on which butterflies feed. They can also be host plants that females lay their eggs on.
Attracts Birds: Varieties that provide food, cover and nesting areas for birds. Most commonly plants and trees that produce berries, fruits, seeds and nectar.
Plants for Pollinators: Varieties that provide nectar and pollen to pollinators. These plants are often brightly coloured and very fragrant. Many of the best plants to attract pollinators are native plants as they produce large amounts of nectar and pollen vs hybrid varieties.
Drought Tolerant Once Established: Plants that have the ability to withstand extended periods without watering once they are established, but may still need to be mildly supplemented during extended dry periods.
Fire Resistant: These choices are presented as a basic guideline from credible sources, to increase resilience to wildfires. Fire resistant does not mean fire proof. Plants on this list may burn if they are not selected for site and local conditions as well as being properly maintained.
Cut or Dried Flowers: Plants that have beauty and appeal with a longer stem. Often maintainting a sweet fragrance and an extended vase life.
Deer Tolerant: Varieties with the ability to withstand deer feeding without detrimental outcomes. Also included are varieties that deer prefer to avoid eating. Please note that plants which are resistant to deer browse may become options for food as climate change and loss of habitat can result in resource scarcity.
Rabbit Tolerant: Varieties that deter rabbits; often has prickly, spiky or jagged foliage. May also refer to toxic varieties that rabbits will avoid eating. Please note that plants which are resistant to rabbit browse may become options for food as climate change and loss of habitat can result in resource scarcity.
