Viking Aronia

Click here for Aronia Care Guide Aronia melanocarpa - Viking Black Aronia (also called "chokeberry") is a small shrub about 6', with blueberry size black fruit that can be made into a healthy drink if sweetened. It's still a healthy drink even if not sweetened. Blooms white flowers in spring followed by black fruits with vivid red leaves in the fall. Tolerates wet sites, sun or shade. Self fertile, not subject to any diseases or insect problems. Space 6' circle. Zones 3 - 8. Plant Characteristics Pest Resistance: Excellent Disease Resistance: Excellent Drought Tolerance: Very Good Heat Tolerance: Very Good Humidity Tolerance: Excellent Sun Tolerance: Very Good Wet Soil Tolerance: Fair Shade Tolerance: Very Good No Spray: Excellent Salt Tolerance: Fair Fresh for Kids: Poor Thorns: No Plant Type: Shrub Soil Type: Adaptable Edible Type: Fruit Self Fertile: Yes This information is accurate to the best of our knowledge. Comments and opinions are always welcome.