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ELLIOT chokeberry, Aronia melanocarpa

Regular price $35.00 Sale price $38.00
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Main characteristics

  • Height/width  
    • Height approximately 1 to 2 meters; typical width around 1.5 m.
  • Flowering    
    • Single, white flowers in clusters (“corymbs”) of 6 to 12 flowers, diameter approximately 15 mm.
    • Flowering around late May to early June.
  • Fruits/berries    
    • Generally globular or oval berries, 6-8 mm in diameter, shiny dark purple-black in color, with a small “cross”-shaped depression at the top.
  • Harvest    
    • August to September depending on the region.
  • Hardiness/zone    
    • Hardy to zone 2b in several sources, meaning it can withstand very cold winters (≈ -40°C or slightly less depending on location); some sources also mention zone 2a.
  • Soil type/conditions    
    • Prefers cool, well-drained soil. Tolerates some moisture but does not tolerate saturated soils.
    • Ideal in full sun, but can tolerate partial shade with a decrease in yield or quality. Recommended pH around 5-6.5.

Yield & uses

  • Yield per plant: Approximately 14 lbs (≈ 6-7 kg) per plant for ‘Elliot’.
  • Yield per hectare: Approximately 14,000 kg/ha for this variety under optimal growing conditions.
  • Uses: Mainly for processing—juice, jellies, derivative products. Less often consumed fresh due to its astringency.

Strengths & advantages

  • High hardiness: Very good choice for regions with harsh winters, thanks to its hardiness zone 2b. 
  • Fairly good production from the first few years, especially if conditions are favorable (soil, exposure).
  • Ornamental appeal: beautiful white flowers in spring, foliage that turns beautiful colors in fall.
  • Versatile for processing: well suited for juice, jelly, concentrates, etc.

Limitations or aspects to watch for

  • Astringent taste/acidity: like many aronia berries, the fruit is not sweet when raw and has a strong taste; processing is often necessary to soften it.
  • Soil sensitivity: requires well-drained soil; overly wet or heavy soils can be problematic.
  • Late ripening possible: depending on latitude and conditions, the fruit may require the entire warm season to ripen. If autumn is short, choose the location carefully to maximize warmth and season.
  • Maintenance: pruning, good ventilation, possibly protection of fruit from birds or losses due to late weather conditions.

Hardiness Zones

  • 2b, 3a, 3b, 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a

Light

  • Full-sun

IMPORTANT: We do not deliver trees 7' and taller! (Nursery pickup only). For best results, orders placed from now on will be delivered in the fall (except for nursery pickup).

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