Black Chokeberry
Aronia Melanocarpa
Overview
Black Chokeberry (Aronia melanocarpa) is a sturdy deciduous shrub reaching 3-6 ft high and wide. Tolerant of wet conditions, it displays clusters of fragrant white flowers in spring and lustrous, dark green leaves that turn red in fall. Its purplish-black berries, high in antioxidants, attract birds and can be used in jams. Plant in full sun to part shade in well-draining soil for best fruit production.
Sun Full, HalfWater HighZones 3–8Type ShrubClimate Temperate
Culture
- Sun
- Full, Half
- Water
- High
- USDA zones
- 3–8
Shape & size
- Mature height
- 3–6 Ft.
- Mature width
- 3–6 Ft.
Classification
- Type
- Shrub
- Family
- Rosaceae
- Climate
- Temperate
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