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(Aronia melanocarpa) Beautiful, very productive and easy to grow, this shrub is bound to become a staple in American backyards, as it has in Eastern Europe, where it is widely used in delicious juices, soft drinks, jams and wine. The handsome, disease resistant bushes have dark green, oval foliage and grow about 5'-6' tall with an equal spread. Charming white spring flowers develop into clusters of glossy, round, violet-black berries with a strong, tart flavor that comes from high flavonoid/anti-oxidant content. Fruit is naturally high in vital vitamins and minerals, and in fall, the foliage changes to striking red. Although Aronia is native to the eastern U.S, the best varieties were bred in Europe. Plants are self-fertile and can be spaced 4-6' apart, or 3' for a hedge. It’s not an “aronia’s conclusion” that this, Goumi and Sea Buckthorn are the most productive fruiting bushes available. USDA Zones 3-9.
ADD TO CART - We ship books and supplies year around! We will begin shipping potted plants again in the fall. We will ship again in September though November at the appropriate time for fall planting in your area. We only guarantee and recommend Fall Shipping for those of you in USDA Zones 6-10. People in harsh winter areas should wait until spring to plant. Placing and paying for your order now will save you money by locking in current 2010 prices and shipping costs.
RESERVE FOR NEXT SPRING - About bare root plants: Most of our fruit trees and many of our berries are only available bare root. They will not be available for shipment to you until Spring of 2011, however you can ORDER THEM NOW and lock in current prices and shipping rates. We also offer the option of ordering potted plants for delivery next spring. All of these items are designated as RESERVE FOR NEXT SPRING. If you order both items that will be shipped now or in the fall and items for next spring, they will be itemized separately on your order and you will be charged separate shipping for each. 
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