Black cherry (Prunus serotina) is the largest member of the rose family native to Iowa. It commonly attains heights of 60 feet and diameters of up to 2 feet on good sites; on less desirable sites it is often much smaller in size. Habitat: Found throughout most of the state. Grows on moist wooded slopes and upland woods. Hardiness: Zones 3 through 10 Black Cherry Leaves - Photo
