Chokeberries (Aronia)

Chokeberries

The name chokeberries gets applied both to this genus' fruit and the bush itself. The plants are often grown for their beauty as well as their fruit - small blackish-blue berries that can be eaten fresh from the tree. Often used in tea, chili, sauces, and juices, the sour-tasting chokeberries have a better flavor when cooked.

Scientific classification

Genus

Chokeberries (Aronia)

Family

Rose

Order

Roses, elms, figs, and allies

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Perennial

Lifespan

Shrub

Plant Type

Summer

Harvest Time

1.3 m

Plant Height

1 m

Spread

Deciduous

Leaf type

Images of Chokeberries

Species

Black chokeberry Red chokeberry Black chokeberry 'Viking'Red chokeberry 'Brilliantissima'

Care Guide for Chokeberries

Every 1-2 weeks

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

0 - 32 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Garden Soil

Soil Type

Water: Chokeberries thrives in moist environments typical of swampy woodlands and tolerates dryness. Watering every 1-2 weeks is optimal, especially in temperate regions, where consistent moisture supports its growth and fruit production during the active season.

Propagation: Propagating chokeberries involves seeding, hardwood/softwood cuttings, layering, and division. Key factors for success include sunlight, temperatures, and well-draining acidic soil. Techniques like seed stratification aid germination. Cuttings are taken 4-6 inches long, treated with rooting hormone, and kept moist until rooted.

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