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Rosaceae
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Black Chokeberry 'Nero'
Purple chokeberry
- Exposure
- Sun in partial shade
- Hardiness
- Zone 3
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Common nameBlack Chokeberry 'Nero'
FamilyRosaceae
GenusAronia
Speciesprunifolia
CultivarNero
TypeFruit shrub
Botanical namePurple chokeberry
Aronia prunifolia 'Nero', or black chokeberry 'Nero', is a robust and productive fruiting shrub, grown for its shiny, sweet, and slightly astringent black berries, ideal for jams, juices, and drying. It has a well-branched, rounded habit, adorned in spring with abundant white flowers, followed by decorative and nutritious fruits in late summer. Its dense, lustrous dark green foliage turns a flamboyant orange in autumn, adding remarkable seasonal appeal. Disease-resistant, deer-resistant, and drought-tolerant, 'Nero' is perfectly suited for fruit hedges, edible gardens, and multifunctional plantings, offering yield, beauty, and biodiversity.
Soil and care
The right care,at the right time.
Minimum temperature
-40°C
Watering
Moderate, drought tolerant once established
Soil type
Well-drained, tolerant, even poor
Fertilization
Spring application of compost or natural fertilizer
Bloom and dimensions
Its place,in your garden.
Mature height
2 m (6.5 ft)
Width / spread
2 m (6.5 ft)
Flower color
White
Foliage color
Dark green → bright orange
Foliage type
Obsolete
Growth rate
Moderate
Growth habit
Rounded, well-fluffed
Bloom period
Spring
Fruiting
Shiny, edible, slightly astringent black berries, rich in antioxidants
Wildlife and pets
Life,around your plants.
Supporting wildlife
Yes
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