Black Aronia
Aronia melanocarpa
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Fruiting Plants: Aronia
Chokeberry
Zone
3: -40° to -30°
Min. Temp
Frost Tolerant: 24°
Each healthy berry is similar to a small blueberry and can be added to smoothies, jams, jellies and sauces. The fruit production from each plant can be up as much as 30 or 40 pounds on each plant. The fruit is a powerful antioxidant over 400% higher than blueberries. Sour.
Appearance
Summer Foliage
Dark Green
Fall Foliage
Purple
Flower Color
White
Blooming Time
Late Spring - Late Spring
Habit
Bush
Height
3–6 ft
Spread
3–6 ft
Characteristics
Type
Open-Pollinated
Safety
Edible Parts
Growth Rate
Moderate
Tolerance/Resistance
Cold Hardy, Drought Tolerant
Attracts
Attracts Honeybees & Pollinators; Attracts Birds
Uses/Placement
Culinary
Optimal Growing Conditions
Sun Exposure
Full Sun - Full Shade
Soil Texture
Adaptable
Soil Drainage
Adaptable
Soil Moisture
Average to Moist
Soil PH
Slightly Acidic: 6.0-6.5
PH Tolerance
Prefers slightly acidic soil
Soil Amendment(s)
Organic Matter Recommended
Fertilizer
Light Feeder
Fertilizer Formula
8-5-2008
Fertilizer Timing
Pre-Fruiting
Micronutrients
Trace Minerals Beneficial
Care
Behavior and Propagation
Spreading
Moderate Spreader
Propagation Method
Rhizomes/Suckers
Fruit and Pollination
Season
Mid Season
Fruit Size
Small
Fruit Characteristics
Astringent
Ploidy
Diploid
Brix Rating
8 Sweet
Pollination
Self-pollinating
Chill Hours
Very High Chill 1201+ hours