The plants usually have a dense habit of growth, maintaining foliage to the base without need for frequent renewal pruning. In August the fruit turn from green to bright red to black over a period of several weeks. They are extremely attractive during this period especially during the stage that red and black fruits can be found in the same clusters. Foliage will also turn a deep maroon red fall color in seasons when severe frosts do not occur early. However they are somewhat tolerant of drought when fully established.
Plants do well in either full sun or light shade.
Borers occasionally attack the plant and kill out individual stems near the ground. They are more serious when plants are under stress. Mohican'- was introduced by the U.S. National Arboretum. It has a darker green foliage color and is slightly smaller in size and more compact than typical of the species. All rights reserved.