Black Chokeberry Plants For Sale -Aronia Melanocarpa
Black Chokeberry, Aronia melanocarpa, is a colorful deciduous shrub native to eastern North America. It grows naturally in swamps, bogs, and low woodlands, but it can also be found in dry uplands. Its growth habit is often upright and rounded, and it can reach approximately 6 feet in height.
The bright green leaves of this shrub are rounded and ovate, with fine serration along the edges. In the autumn, the foliage transitions to a beautiful red color, which contrasts with the black berries that persist throughout the season.
Plant Details - Black ChokeberryÂ
Family: Rosaceae (Rose family)
Hardiness Zones: 3–8
Light Requirement: Full sun to partial shade
Water Needs: Moderate
Height: 3 - 6 ft
Spread: 3 - 6 ft
Growth Rate: Moderate
Bloom Time: Late spring
Flower Color: White
Wildlife Value:
The Black Chokeberry produces flower clusters in late spring in groups of 5 to 6. Each flower has a dainty appearance, consisting of 5 stark white petals and bright pink stamens. Once pollinated, clusters of berries form. While the fruit is quite astringent, it is edible and has many uses.
The common name ‘chokeberry’ pays homage to the berries’ astringent and tart taste that makes you ‘choke’ when you eat them. The berries are extremely high in antioxidants and are usually sweetened to be made palatable. They are commonly used to make jams or chutneys and can even be used to make wine.
Landscape Uses and Maintenance
It is low maintenance, easy to grow, and has no known serious pest or disease issues. It tolerates many different soil conditions, including soggy environments, and will grow in either full sun or part shade. Best fruit production will be achieved in full sun.
This plant spreads via sucker and can expand quickly. These suckers will need to be removed regularly if you desire for them to remain in a confined space. In a garden setting, it can be used in a mixed shrub border or in a woodland transition area.
Noteworthy Characteristics of Black Chokeberry
Edible berries, colorful autumn transition, easy to growPlant this shrub in your garden to enjoy colorful autumn foliage and tart berries year after year. Shop for Black Chokeberry shrubs online at TN Nursery. For 68 years, we have served the landscaping industry and homeowners with specimen plants.
