This shrub will do well in areas of dry soil and full sun. It produces yellowish flowers and a red edible fruit. Buffaloberry shrubs have silvery foliage, grow 8-10 feet, and are a good plant to attract wildlife. Prefers full sun and well drained soil. In the spring, pink buds form that open into a show of white flowers before leaves develop.
Edible fruit follows in midsummer which can be eaten fresh, or used in pies, jams, and jellies.
Nanking Cherry provides a wonderful source of wildlife food. This shrub will grow 8-10 feet and sometimes to 15 feet under ideal conditions. It does best in moist soil and on shady sites. The leaves turn a rich maroon color in the fall. This is an excellent wildlife shrub as the berries hang on well into December.