Black Chokeberry (Aronia)
Fruits
Beginner
Perennial

Black Chokeberry (Aronia)

Aronia melanocarpa

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About Plant: Black Chokeberry (Aronia)

An exceptionally hardy native shrub with white spring flowers, dark antioxidant-rich berries and vivid fall color.

Growing Profile

SunlightFull Sun to Part Shade
WaterModerate; regular while establishing
SoilAdaptable, well-drained (5.5–7.0)
Spacing3-6 feet
Height3-6 feet
Time to Harvest2-5 years
Planting DepthPlant at nursery depth
Germination TimeVaries; nursery plants recommended

Expert Growing Tips

Choose a site with room for mature growth and keep the root zone mulched but not waterlogged.