Aronia Red Chokeberry

The Red Chokeberry is a native American shrub that grows to around 8 feet tall and 3 feet across. It has white flowers in spring, red berries from late summer to mid-winter, and the rich-green, glossy leaves turn gorgeous shades of scarlet, crimson, purple and orange in the fall. This plant is a great choice for natural plantings, and it also fits well into more structured gardens, growing alongside other shrubs and flowers, and adding interest and color in many seasons. The berries cannot be eaten raw, but they do make delicious preserves and jams. Because this tree grows well in damp or wet ground, it is an ideal choice for planting beside a pond or stream, or in poorly-drained, low-lying spots on your property.

• Attractive upright deciduous shrub
• Spectacular fall colors of reds, purples and oranges
• Clusters of bright-red berries last for months
• Grows well in damp or wet soils
• Cold hardy and grows in warm areas too

Plant the Red Chokeberry in a sunny or partially-shaded spot. It will grow in ordinary garden soils, and it also thrives in damp or wet soils. It has no particular pests or diseases and it is winter-hardy to minus 30. It also thrives in warmer regions, and it is adapted to grow well almost anywhere in the country. Because it is a native plant, it is an ideal choice for mixing with other native trees and shrubs for natural planting along streams and by ponds. If you have water on your property, then many plants will not grow in those areas, but this is definitely one that will.