Aronia melanocarpa

Black Chokeberry (Aronia melanocarpa) is a deciduous shrub native to eastern North America, typically growing 3 to 6 feet tall and spreading by suckers to form dense colonies. It features glossy green leaves that turn vibrant red or purple in fall, and produces clusters of white flowers in spring followed by small, black, edible berries in late summer. Black Chokeberry thrives in full sun to partial shade and is adaptable to a range of soil types, though it prefers moist, well-drained soils. It is drought-tolerant once established but performs best with consistent moisture. This hardy shrub is valued for its ornamental appeal, wildlife benefits, and suitability for naturalized plantings and rain gardens.

Native range

Eastern United StatesNative here

Bloom time

May – June

Garden location

South Deck Foundation