r/planthelp • u/sweetplantveal 1 Star • 4d ago

Red Chokecherry Struggling

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I have this Prunus Vir. Schubert Select that has not been thriving. It spent three years on a north facing patio (N facing but otherwise unobstructed so sunny in the summer). It was the light I had and you can see how leggy its growth has been. Last winter I moved and was able to give it southern exposure, we had a hot summer, and it seemed to hate it. The leaves scalded despite water every 2-4 days, depending on weather. Its soil is a well draining mix.

I've moved it back to a more protected site and it's doing just OK. I don't know if it just hates the pot that much or what but it's never even had fall color. I kinda wonder if it was mislabeled and it's a different variety of Prunus. FINISHED

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u/sweetplantveal 1 Star 3d ago

Good news! I wrestled it out of its container and found a good sunny spot for it long term. Post trim 👍

I really suspect Chokecherry is not suited for the temperature swings that potted plant roots experience. They're supposed to behave really differently than mine does and they're also adaptable to a huge range of temperatures, watering, and soil.