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Black Chokeberry Bush

Sale price $7919 Regular price $10999
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$20 $49.99 $29.99
$50 $69.99 $34.99
$70 $99.99 $39.99
$100 $129.99 $44.99
$130 $149.99 $48.99
$150 $150+ Approx 28%

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Plant Highlights

Black Chokeberry Bush highlights at a glance!

Specifications

  • Brand
    Nature Hills' Choice
  • Botanical Name
    Aronia melanocarpa var. elata
  • Growing Zones
    3-8
  • Mature Height
    3 - 6 feet
  • Mature Spread
    3 - 6 feet
  • Sun Exposure
    Full Sun, Full Shade
  • Moisture
    Moderate
  • Soil
    Widely Adaptable
  • Growth Rate
    Slow
  • Fall Color
    Orange, Red, Burgundy & Purple
  • Pollinator Friendly
    Yes
  • Pollinator Required
    No
  • Fragrant
    Yes
  • Pruning Time
    When Dormant
  • Bloom Period
    Early Spring, Late Spring
  • Harvest Time
    Late Season

Savvy gardeners are using native shrubs like Black Chokeberry Bush (Aronia melanocarpa var. elata) as part of a big design trend in gardening! And it is no hardship to include a compact variety that looks great all growing season!

Black Chokeberry delivers a lot of ornamental charm. In spring, you'll enjoy the beautiful, white 5-petaled flowers with a subtle pink highlight. Watch as they transform into green berries, to red, to purple and finish black! Each healthy berry is similar to a small blueberry and can be added to smoothies, jams, jellies and sauces. Just add honey or sweetener to your recipes. It's not nicknamed Chokeberry for nothing!

Aronia berries are well on their way to becoming the new must-have superfood. The fruit production from each plant can be up as much as 30 or 40 pounds on each plant, packed with powerful antioxidants over 400% higher than blueberries!

Planting and Application:

Brighten up the shady areas of your landscape with this dainty, easy-care shrub. The summer leaves are lustrous and catch the light. In fall, enjoy the deep, rich color of the foliage; alight with red, orange and purple tones for a brilliant display. Hedges can also be used as snow fencing, privacy and shelterbelts. Just give about 4 feet from the concrete to reach their full, natural spread.

Add them to the edge of woodlands, or place them in back of Butterfly Gardens. Repeat along the length of your mixed borders. This is a wonderful native plant that provides shelter and food for many bird species, especially when food is scarce.

  • Darling Flowers in Spring
  • Lustrous Green Summer Foliage
  • Gorgeous Red, Purple & Orange Foliage in Fall
  • Very Healthy, Edible Fruit in Fall - 30 - 40lbs Per Shrub!
  • Attracts Pollinators & Supports Song & Game Birds

#ProPlantTips for Care:

Black Chokeberry is found in low-lying wooded areas and has a very adaptable nature. Grow it in wet or acidic soils, in full sun, partial sun or shade. It even tolerates road salt, so can be incorporated into street plantings. You'll see fewer berries in shade.

  • Full Sun, Partial Shade or Shade!
  • Moist to Damp Well-Drained Soil - Tolerates Road Salt
  • Low Maintenance, Deer & Drought Tolerant
  • Prune Late Winter/Early Spring
  • Mulch Root System Well

We are big fans of Chokeberry shrubs here at Nature Hills. They are wonderful accent shrubs that can be used in almost any yard. Order today!

Customer Reviews

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Linda
Just planted/doing great

I was little worried when the two bare root plants arrived. One had new growth looking a little droopy, when I open the box. I wet both and let sit in the shade for 24 hours while I finalized the holes for planting. It has been one week since planting and both are doing great. New leaves and all branches have growth on them. I am hopeful they will be established enough by the time winter comes to be around next year.

Dear Linda,

Thank you so much for sharing your thoughtful feedback! It’s completely natural to feel a bit concerned when bare root plants arrive with droopy new growth, but you handled it perfectly by keeping them moist and shaded before planting. We’re delighted to hear that your plants are thriving after just one week, showing new leaves and healthy branch growth—that’s a wonderful sign they are getting established well.

As you look ahead to winter, consider mulching around the base of your plants to help regulate soil temperature and moisture, which can provide extra protection as they settle in. If you need guidance on how to prepare them for colder months or care tips as they grow, don’t hesitate to reach out or visit our online resources. We’re here to support each sprout on your gardening journey!

Rooting for your garden’s success,
Your Nature Hills Plant Care Team

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Luann
Very satisfied customer

Just received the black chokeberry bare root. It arrived quickly and very healthy. Recently purchased a York elderberry bareroot. It's doing amazing. Highly recommend your company and definitely will be purchasing more plants in the future. Thank you.

Hello Luann,

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your wonderful experience with us! We’re delighted to hear that your black chokeberry bare root arrived quickly and in great health, and that your York elderberry is thriving – those are fantastic choices that really brighten up any garden. Your recommendation means the world to us, and we’re thrilled to know you’ll be planting with us again in the future!

If you ever need any tips for caring for your new plants or are curious about what might complement your current collection, feel free to reach out. We’re here to help you grow a beautiful, flourishing garden all year round.

Bloom on,
The Nature Hills Plant Knowledge Team

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Luann
Very satisfied customer

Just received the black chokeberry bare root. It arrived quickly and very healthy. Recently purchased a York elderberry bareroot. It's doing amazing. Highly recommend your company and definitely will be purchasing more plants in the future. Thank you.

Hi Luann,

Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We’re thrilled to hear that your black chokeberry bare root arrived healthy and that your York elderberry bareroot is thriving. Your satisfaction means the world to us, and we’re delighted that you feel confident recommending Nature Hills. When you’re ready for your next planting adventure, please don’t hesitate to reach out—we’re always here to help with tips or plant care advice.

Wishing you happy planting,
The Nature Hills Plant Experts

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Mark
Exactly as ordered and on time

It's growing so we'll see how it does.

Hello Mark,

Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us! We're delighted to hear your order arrived just as expected and on time. Watching new plants grow is always an exciting journey, and we're here to support you along the way. If you have any questions or need tips on caring for your plants as they thrive, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We wish you great success and growth ahead!

Bloom on,
The Nature Hills Plant Knowledge Team

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Mark
Exactly as ordered and on time

It's growing so we'll see how it does.

Hello Mark,

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience with us! We're delighted to hear your order arrived exactly as expected and on time. Watching your new plants grow is such an exciting journey, and we’re rooting for their healthy progress every step of the way. If you ever have any questions or need tips on caring for your plants as they develop, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re here to support you with expert advice and encouragement whenever you need it.

Rooting for your garden’s success,
Your Nature Hills Plant Care Team