Black Chokeberry Plant
Black Chokeberry (Aronia melanocarpa) is a shrub that grows 3-6 ft tall, hardy in USDA Zones 3-8, prefers moist, well-drained soil, full sun to part shade, high moisture, edible berries, and has medicinal uses.
Habit
Shrub
Height
1-2 m
Growth
Fast
Soil
Well-drained, loamy
Shade
Full sun to part shade
Moisture
High
Edible
Yes, berries
Medicinal
Yes
Origin
North America
Climatic Condition
Temperate
Temperature (°)
15-25°C
Humidity (%)
50-70%
Potting media
Loam + Organic matter
Fertilizers
Balanced NPK (10:10:10)
Watering
Regular watering
Plant Weight
300-500 g
Flowering Time
Spring to Summer
Soil Ph level
5.5-6.5
Water Ph level
6.0-6.5
Soil EC
0.8 dS/m
Yield Per Plant
Moderate yield
NPK ratio
10:10:10
life Span
5-10 years
Health Benefits
Antioxidant-rich, immune booster
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
50% loamy soil, 30% compost, 20% sand
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize every 2-3 weeks with a balanced fertilizer.
Common Diseases and Remedies
Powdery Mildew, Leaf Spot, Rust, Fire Blight
White, powdery growth on leaves, Dark spots on leaves, Orange or yellow spots on leaves, Distorted leaves, sticky residue, Blackened, wilted shoots
Neem oil, sulfur, Remove and destroy infected leaves, Remove and destroy infected leaves, Neem oil, insecticidal soap, Prune and destroy infected parts, improve air circulation
Fungicides with myclobutanil, Fungicides with copper, Fungicides with mancozeb, Copper-based fungicides
HEALTH BENEFITS
· Extremely rich in antioxidants, boosting immune health
· Supports heart health by reducing blood pressure and cholesterol
· May help control blood sugar levels