Aronia melanocarpa var. elata 'Glossy Black'
Chokeberry
- A splendid ornamental shrub.
- White flowers in May, followed by .25" black fruits that hang on well into winter.
- Aronia berries can be eaten fresh, used for baking, jams, juice and wine.
Characteristics of Aronia melanocarpa var. elata 'Glossy Black':
- Exposure:
- Full Sun
- Partial Sun
- Soil Moisture:
- Moist, Well-Drained
- Average Water
- Dry Soil
- Attracts Wildlife:
- Attracts Songbirds
- Attributes:
- Great Foliage
- Edible Fruit/Foliage
- Season of Interest (Flowering):
- Spring
- Season of Interest (Foliage):
- Fall
- Foliage Color:
- Green
- Purple
- Red
- Dark Green
- Habit:
- Mounding
USDA Hardiness Zone: 3-7