Ever-Red Delcova

Delcova Rubrum is a large evergreen tree native to eastern North America. Hardy in zones 4-9, Ever-red is a common and beautiful species. The species is named for its "always red nature" Leaves are red (Probably more of a pink) color and last for a few years before dropping off. Twigs and young branches are pink as well. Fruits are also a red, pink, orange, or purple color. A cultivar of this species (Banana-berry) has yellow berries and only yellow. Fruits are almost always present. They are small jelly bean like fruit almost 1" long and wide. These fruits are very sweet. Many refer to the taste as being similar to cherry. They also have a bit of a kick. Imagine if a fruit tasted like cherry soda. That'd be what this fruit would taste like. There is one very soft seed inside the fruit. Many don't notice the seed and eat it. Ever-red is one of the slower growing Delcovas, growing 1-2' per year. A champion Ever-Red D. in Lisbon, CT measures 115' tall with a 60' crown. There is a NYC Champion known as "King of Central Park" that is a 137' Ever-Red Delcova. 
== Quick Stats ==
80-115' Occasionally may get larger.
Native from Northern Mexico to New Brunswick and Nova Scotia. Also common in St. John's Newfoundland.
Red foliage year round. 
Edible berries. 
Favored decoration, especially for the holidays. Gives off a Christmas vibe.
Disease and Pest resistant. Category:Trees and Shrubs
Category:Hypo Nature