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Red Chokeberry

Aronia Arbutifolia

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Overview

Red Chokeberry (Aronia arbutifolia) thrives in USDA zones 4-9, exhibiting vibrant red fall foliage and glossy red berries. This deciduous shrub reaches 6-10 ft in height and 3-5 ft in width at maturity, prefers full sun to partial shade, and tolerates a range of soil conditions. Ideal for naturalized areas, it offers excellent erosion control and habitat value, while requiring minimal maintenance. Berries attract birds and can be used in jams.

Sun Full, HalfWater HighZones 3–8Type ShrubClimate Temperate
Red Chokeberry (Aronia Arbutifolia) — Springtime ushers in delicate clusters of white to light pink flowers
Red Chokeberry (Aronia Arbutifolia) — Red Chokeberry (Aronia arbutifolia) thrives in USDA zones 4-9Red Chokeberry (Aronia Arbutifolia) — it offers excellent erosion control and habitat valueRed Chokeberry (Aronia Arbutifolia) — transitioning to a striking palette of crimson and purple hues in autumnRed Chokeberry (Aronia Arbutifolia) — and tolerates a range of soil conditionsRed Chokeberry (Aronia Arbutifolia) — prefers full sun to partial shadeRed Chokeberry (Aronia Arbutifolia) — This shrub prefers full sun to partial shade and is adaptable to various soil types+35

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
High
USDA zones
3–8

Shape & size

Mature height
5–10 Ft.
Mature width
3–5 Ft.

Classification

Type
Shrub
Family
Rosaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Red Chokeberry (Aronia Arbutifolia) — Springtime ushers in delicate clusters of white to light pink flowers
Red Chokeberry (Aronia Arbutifolia) — Red Chokeberry (Aronia arbutifolia) thrives in USDA zones 4-9
Red Chokeberry (Aronia Arbutifolia) — it offers excellent erosion control and habitat value
Red Chokeberry (Aronia Arbutifolia) — transitioning to a striking palette of crimson and purple hues in autumn
Red Chokeberry (Aronia Arbutifolia) — and tolerates a range of soil conditions
Red Chokeberry (Aronia Arbutifolia) — prefers full sun to partial shade
Red Chokeberry (Aronia Arbutifolia) — This shrub prefers full sun to partial shade and is adaptable to various soil types
Red Chokeberry (Aronia Arbutifolia) — exhibiting vibrant red fall foliage and glossy red berries
Red Chokeberry (Aronia Arbutifolia) — Aronia arbutifolia thrives in USDA Hardiness Zones 4 through 9
Red Chokeberry (Aronia Arbutifolia) — which provides a prolonged display of vibrant color
Red Chokeberry (Aronia Arbutifolia) — Berries attract birds and can be used in jams
Red Chokeberry (Aronia Arbutifolia) — this deciduous shrub typically reaches heights of 6 to 10 feet with a comparable spread of 3 to 5 feet
Red Chokeberry (Aronia Arbutifolia) — This deciduous shrub reaches 6-10 ft in height and 3-5 ft in width at maturity
Red Chokeberry (Aronia Arbutifolia) — consider its use for naturalized areas
Red Chokeberry (Aronia Arbutifolia) — making it a favorable addition to dynamic landscape designs
Red Chokeberry (Aronia Arbutifolia) — presents itself as a versatile and resilient shrub
Red Chokeberry (Aronia Arbutifolia) — while requiring minimal maintenance
Red Chokeberry (Aronia Arbutifolia) — Native to Eastern North America
Red Chokeberry (Aronia Arbutifolia) — Ideal for naturalized areas
Red Chokeberry (Aronia Arbutifolia) — the plant boasts a profusion of red berries that persist into winter
Red Chokeberry (Aronia Arbutifolia) — which gracefully contrast the emerging leaves.<br><br>Following the floral showcase
Red Chokeberry (Aronia Arbutifolia) — demonstrating its ability to withstand a wide temperature range
Aronia Arbutifolia
Aronia Arbutifolia
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