Wildlife Value
Provides fruit which is eaten by a number of songbirds. Also provides some cover for both bird and animal species, but has little value as a browse source. Preferred nesting site for many songbirds. Prefers open, moist areas; good in fence rows. Provides food for songbirds, rabbits, quail, and turkeys. Introduced from southern Siberia.
| Growth form | irregular |
| Crown density | moderate |
| Size | to 8' high to 8' spread |
| Drought resistance |
good |
| Cold hardiness | excellent |
| Growth rate | rapid |
| Life span | moderate |
| Elevation range |
to 8,000 feet |
| Soil conditions |
good alkaline tolerance; grows well on most soils |
| Possible insect problems |
aphids |
| Possible disease problems |
honeysuckle witches' broom |
| Wildlife value | good: song and ground birds |
| Seasonal color | pink spring flowers |
| Miscellany | good for mass plantings and hedges |