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 3–8Climate Temperate

Red Chokeberry (Aronia Arbutifolia) — Red Chokeberry (Aronia arbutifolia) thrives in USDA zones 4-9

Red Chokeberry (Aronia Arbutifolia) — exhibiting vibrant red fall foliage and glossy red berries

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) — and tolerates a range of soil conditions

Red Chokeberry (Aronia Arbutifolia) — prefers full sun to partial shade

Red Chokeberry (Aronia Arbutifolia) — Ideal for naturalized areas

Red Chokeberry (Aronia Arbutifolia) — it offers excellent erosion control and habitat value

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: High
USDA zones: 3–8

Shape & size

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

Classification

Family: Rosaceae
Climate: Temperate

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Red Chokeberry (Aronia Arbutifolia) — Red Chokeberry (Aronia arbutifolia) thrives in USDA zones 4-9

Red Chokeberry (Aronia Arbutifolia) — exhibiting vibrant red fall foliage and glossy red berries

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) — and tolerates a range of soil conditions

Red Chokeberry (Aronia Arbutifolia) — prefers full sun to partial shade

Red Chokeberry (Aronia Arbutifolia) — Ideal for naturalized areas

Red Chokeberry (Aronia Arbutifolia) — it offers excellent erosion control and habitat value

Red Chokeberry (Aronia Arbutifolia) — while requiring minimal maintenance

Red Chokeberry (Aronia Arbutifolia) — Berries attract birds and can be used in jams

Red Chokeberry (Aronia Arbutifolia) — presents itself as a versatile and resilient shrub

Red Chokeberry (Aronia Arbutifolia) — making it a favorable addition to dynamic landscape designs

Red Chokeberry (Aronia Arbutifolia) — Native to Eastern North America

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) — transitioning to a striking palette of crimson and purple hues in autumn

Red Chokeberry (Aronia Arbutifolia) — which provides a prolonged display of vibrant color

Red Chokeberry (Aronia Arbutifolia) — Springtime ushers in delicate clusters of white to light pink flowers

Red Chokeberry (Aronia Arbutifolia) — which gracefully contrast the emerging leaves.<br><br>Following the floral showcase

Red Chokeberry (Aronia Arbutifolia) — the plant boasts a profusion of red berries that persist into winter

Red Chokeberry (Aronia Arbutifolia) — Aronia arbutifolia thrives in USDA Hardiness Zones 4 through 9

Red Chokeberry (Aronia Arbutifolia) — demonstrating its ability to withstand a wide temperature range

Red Chokeberry (Aronia Arbutifolia) — This shrub prefers full sun to partial shade and is adaptable to various soil types

Red Chokeberry (Aronia Arbutifolia) — consider its use for naturalized areas

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