Aronia Berry (Aronia melanocarpa / Black Chokeberry) – Seeds

Add a touch of beauty and productivity to your garden with Aronia Berry (Black Chokeberry) seeds.
This non-GMO, heirloom shrub is valued for its glossy green leaves, spring flowers, and clusters of deep purple-black berries that appear in late summer.

Perfect for ornamental or edible landscaping, Aronia shrubs are cold-hardy, drought-tolerant, and easy to maintain—making them an excellent choice for gardeners in cooler climates.

Key Features

• Produces clusters of dark, glossy black berries

• Non-GMO and heirloom-quality seed variety

• Hardy perennial shrub suited to temperate and cold zones

• Attractive white blossoms in spring and red foliage in fall

• Great for ornamental gardens and wildlife habitats

• Drought and cold-tolerant once established

• Low-maintenance and long-living shrub

• Suitable for hedges, borders, and naturalized landscapes

Specifications

• Common Name: Aronia Berry / Black Chokeberry

• Scientific Name: Aronia melanocarpa

• Seed Type: Non-GMO, Heirloom

• Plant Type: Deciduous Perennial Shrub

• Season: Spring or Fall

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3–8

• Soil Type: Moist, well-drained loamy or sandy soil

• Sun Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade

• Germination Time: 3–5 weeks (cold stratification recommended)

• Maturity Period: 2–3 years to reach fruiting

• Water Needs: Moderate; prefers moist but not waterlogged soil

• Spacing: 3–6 feet apart

• Temperature Range: 55–75°F (13–24°C)

• Growth Height: 4–8 feet tall

• Heirloom: Yes

• GMO Status: 100% Non-GMO

• Perennial or Annual: Perennial

• Recommended For: Ornamental Gardens, Edible Landscaping, Hedges, Wildlife Gardens

Planting Guide

• Stratification: Refrigerate seeds in moist sand at 35–40°F (2–4°C) for 8–12 weeks.

• Soil Preparation: Mix organic matter into the soil for better drainage.

• Sowing Depth: Sow seeds ¼ inch deep and lightly cover with soil.

• Sunlight: Plant in full sun for best berry yield, though partial shade is tolerated.

• Watering: Keep soil evenly moist during germination and early growth.

• Transplanting: Move seedlings to permanent location once 4–6 inches tall.

• Pruning: Trim lightly after fruiting to shape and remove dead wood.

• Harvesting: Berries ripen in late summer to early fall; allow them to fully mature for best flavor.