Black Aronia (1-2' seedling)
Latin Name: Aronia melanocarpa Family: Rosaceae (Rose)
USDA hardiness zone: 4
Growth habit: Shrub
Mature size:8ftx9ft
Native range: Circumpolar Boreal Forests
Preferred habitat: Forest edges, hedges, full sun
Pollinators: Bees
Edible parts: Fruit
Uses and functions: Nutritious fruits are superfood
This medium size native shrub is emerging as a popular temperate climate superfood. It’s showy white flower clusters attract pollinators in spring while its small leaves add a graceful addition to landscapes from spring to fall. The nutritious gem like berries, ripe in mid fall are packed with antioxidants and vitamins. Allowing berries to fully ripen deduces their astringency.
Latin Name: Aronia melanocarpa Family: Rosaceae (Rose)
USDA hardiness zone: 4
Growth habit: Shrub
Mature size:8ftx9ft
Native range: Circumpolar Boreal Forests
Preferred habitat: Forest edges, hedges, full sun
Pollinators: Bees
Edible parts: Fruit
Uses and functions: Nutritious fruits are superfood
This medium size native shrub is emerging as a popular temperate climate superfood. It’s showy white flower clusters attract pollinators in spring while its small leaves add a graceful addition to landscapes from spring to fall. The nutritious gem like berries, ripe in mid fall are packed with antioxidants and vitamins. Allowing berries to fully ripen deduces their astringency.
Latin Name: Aronia melanocarpa Family: Rosaceae (Rose)
USDA hardiness zone: 4
Growth habit: Shrub
Mature size:8ftx9ft
Native range: Circumpolar Boreal Forests
Preferred habitat: Forest edges, hedges, full sun
Pollinators: Bees
Edible parts: Fruit
Uses and functions: Nutritious fruits are superfood
This medium size native shrub is emerging as a popular temperate climate superfood. It’s showy white flower clusters attract pollinators in spring while its small leaves add a graceful addition to landscapes from spring to fall. The nutritious gem like berries, ripe in mid fall are packed with antioxidants and vitamins. Allowing berries to fully ripen deduces their astringency.
