Aronia x prunifolia

Purple Chokeberry

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Deciduous shrub prized for edible dark berries and vivid fall color; cold-hardy member of the Rosaceae family, ideal for temperate landscapes.
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Plant Details

Common Name Purple Chokeberry
Family Rosaceae
Genus Aronia
Species Prunifolia
Variety Hybrid
Origin North America
Blooming Spring white flowers, followed by dark fruit in late summer
Leaf Color Green turning to deep red/purple in autumn
Sunlight Half-shade
Category Kitchen garden plants
Pet Friendly check Yes
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Moist, acidic to neutral loam; tolerates clay and wet conditions well

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Watering

Regular watering required during establishment; drought tolerant once mature but prefers consistent moisture

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Sunlight & Care

Full sun for best fruit coloration and yield; partial shade acceptable

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Fertilization

Apply balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring before new growth emerges

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Pruning

Prune after flowering to shape; remove old canes every 3-5 years for rejuvenation

Pest Control Aphid Leafhopper Scale Insect

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 3 months
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agriculture Harvesting Period 2 months
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
-4° – 100°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
30% – 80%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
3000 – 60000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
100 – 2000
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
40% – 75%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
250 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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