Chokeberry
Black chokeberry is a suckering shrub that forms a dense colony. It grows clusters of small white flowers in May that turn into black fruits in late summer. Its glossy green leaves turn a radiant red color in fall. It can tolerate periodic flooding or wet conditions, but will sucker more in wet areas.
Its juicy berries can be used for juice or jelly making, and are also a food source for birds.
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Chokeberry
Black chokeberry is a suckering shrub that forms a dense colony. It grows clusters of small white flowers in May that turn into black fruits in late summer. Its glossy green leaves turn a radiant red color in fall. It can tolerate periodic flooding or wet conditions, but will sucker more in wet areas.
Its juicy berries can be used for juice or jelly making, and are also a food source for birds.
Plant details
Botanic Name
Aronia melanocarpa
Pronunciation
ar-ROH-nee-uh mel-an-oh-KAR-puh
Mature Height
5 to 8 ft.
Mature Spread
4 to 6 ft.
Water usage
Water Usage
One Droplet: Water twice per month or less, once established.
Two Droplets: Water about once per week, once established.
Three Droplets: Water about twice per week, once established.
Flower Color
white
Bloom time
mid- to late May through early June
Colorado Native
No
Natural Habitat
eastern North America
Light Requirements
sun
Cold Hardiness
USDA zones 4-9
Elevation Limit
hardy to 8,500 ft.
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