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Red Chokeberry (Aronia arbutifolia): Multi-Season Native Shrub

Red chokeberry (Aronia arbutifolia) offers fragrant white flowers in spring, red fall foliage, and persistent berries for winter interest. Spreads by suckering; needs space but can be kept in check. A nice native alternative to burning bush.

Care

Light: Full sun to part shade.
Soil: Moist but well-drained; tolerates most soils including boggy.
Full sun may produce more fruit.

Propagation & Problems

Root softwood cuttings in summer. Leaf spot and rust common.

Quick Reference

Height	6–10 ft.
Spread	3–6 ft.
Growth Habit	Spreads
Light	Full Sun to Part Shade
Moisture	Dry to Medium
Maintenance	Moderate
Features	Fragrant flowers, native, showy fruit
Bloom Time	Late Spring, Spring
Flower Color	White
Uses	Beds, Borders, Roadside
Seasonal Interest	Spring Interest
Tolerance	Deer Tolerant
Type	Shrubs

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