Black Chokeberry (Aronia melanocarpa) Fall 2025

Native Deciduous small round shaped Shrub with white 5 petaled flowers that bloom in May.  The foliage is a glossy, dark green , then it  turns crimson-red in fall.  Long lasting black/purple berries. Will sucker and form colonies

It will grow to 4’-8’ tall and 4’-8’ wide.

Prefers: Full Sun to Part Shade . Moist acidic soils , flood tolerant.  

Benefits: Many species of birds and mammals browse the berries only when other food sources dwindle in late winter. Flowers attract small bees .

Source: WCD

1+yr plant 12-16"   expect to only have 4 available  Fall 2025 the best time to plant shrubs