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Aronia arbutifolia |
| Aronia Rosaceae Chokeberry | |||
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| Description: Aronia several species of deciduous shrubs: A.arbutiflora (Red Chokecherry) may get as tall as 10 ft. A. meloncarpa (Black Chokecherry), a small flat-topped free flowing shrub of 3 ft. |
| Flower: White flowers in spring. Then clusters for red or black fruits. |
| Foliage: Narrow dark green leaves, gray felted underside. Brilliant fall colors. Abundant berries that last through winter birds allowing. |
| Misc. info: There are about 20 varieties and is happiest in protected are with mostly sunny to light shade conditions. Should be pruned back in early spring. |
Height: as species |
Spread: as species |
Zone: 3-7 |
| Site: full sun and light shade, deep non-alkaline soils. Moist soil but will tolerate dry conditions |