20-Year Height: 10 feet
Growth Rate: moderate
Growth Habit: round-headed crown, suckering
Drought Tolerance: medium 
Shade Tolerance: intolerant
Flower: white
Foliage: green, orange in fall
Soils: adapted to medium and coarse soils
Wildlife Value: important for nesting, loafing, browse and food for birds and mammals, attracts pollinators
Disease/Pests: stem decay, branch cankers, black knot, plum pockets, tent caterpillar
Native to MT: yes
Other: thorny, ticket forming, edible fruit
Photo Credit: USDA-NRCS