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Morton Arboretum
Lisle, IL, USA

IROQUOIS BEAUTY™

Aronia

Aronia melanocarpa

'Morton'

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  • Native
  • Outstanding fall color
  • Multi-season interest
Description

A compact black chokeberry selected at the Morton Arboretum in Chicago. It has the same white flowers, black fruit, and red fall foliage of other varieties but in a smaller package. This is an excellent choice for smaller yards.

USDA Zone
3 - 8 (-40°F/-40°C)
Exposure
Full sun, Part sun
Height
5 - 7'
Width
4 - 5'
Finish Time
1 season
Type
Deciduous
Bloom Time
Spring
Flower Color
White
Foliage Color
Green

Soil

Adapts to nearly any soil pH or moisture level.

Pruning

Requires little pruning. If desired, prune after blooming; note, however, this will remove the fruit.

Uses

Mixed borders; naturalizing; mass plantings

Growing Tips

To best enjoy all this plant has to offer, avoid cutting it back. Rather, prune it selectively to accentuate its handsome natural form. Tolerates shade but flowering, fruiting, and fall color will all be best with at least half a day of sun.

Features: Fall interest, Native, Edible, Attracts pollinators, Salt tolerant

Filters: Botanical genus: Aronia, Common name: Aronia, Retail program: Local Roots®, USDA Zone 3, USDA Zone 4, USDA Zone 5, USDA Zone 6, USDA Zone 7, USDA Zone 8, Exposure: Full sun, Exposure: Part sun, Bloom time: Spring, White flowers, Green foliage

Features: Fall interest, Native, Edible, Attracts pollinators, Salt tolerant

Filters: Botanical genus: Aronia, Common name: Aronia, Retail program: Local Roots®, USDA Zone 3, USDA Zone 4, USDA Zone 5, USDA Zone 6, USDA Zone 7, USDA Zone 8, Exposure: Full sun, Exposure: Part sun, Bloom time: Spring, White flowers, Green foliage