Not to be confused with Choke-berry, Chokecherry is a small, ornamental tree with clusters of white spring flowers followed by deep purplish fruits.
 
     This Chokecherry, 'Canada Red,' differs from the straight species in that the leaves emerge a lovely medium-green shade, deepening over the summer to a beautiful maroon, often lending a two-toned effect.
 
     Chokecherry has arching branches that form a beautifully rounded crown.  The fruits are edible raw but best used when mixed with a little sugar, in jams, jellies, pies and sauces.  Birds find the fruits irresistable.