Pet Safe
moderate Care
black chokeberry
Aronia melanocarpa 'Ground Hug'
Black chokeberry (Aronia melanocarpa 'Ground Hug') is an amazing plant species due to its hardiness to a wide range of temperatures and its wide tolerance of soils. It thrives in full sun or partial shade and can even tolerate wet soils. A fast-growing deciduous shrub, Black Chokeberry produces eye-catching clusters of fragrant white flowers in spring that are followed by glossy black berries. Its fall foliage colour of a deep purple-red is breathtaking. It is an ideal choice for shrub borders, hedges, or as a focal specimen. It is also deer and rabbit resistant, drought tolerant, and low maintenance — no pruning required!
Sunlight
Partial Shade
Water Needs
high
USDA Hardiness Zones
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Hardiness Map
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Water Every
"2-3" days
Sun Needs
partial-shade
Growth
Moderate
Care Level
Low
Watering Schedule
Frequency
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💧 Water every "2-3" days
Seasonal Adjustments
Adjust watering frequency based on temperature, humidity, and season. Water more frequently in summer and less in winter.
Pro Tip: Check soil moisture before watering. Stick your finger 1-2 inches into the soil—if it's dry, it's time to water!
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Pruning Time
Fruiting
How to Propagate
Seed Propagation
Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost date
Greenwood Cuttings
Take 4-6" cuttings in spring, root in water or moist soil
Greenwood Cuttings
Take 4-6" cuttings in spring, root in water or moist soil
Is This Plant Right for You?
Good For:
- •Homes with pets
- •Low-maintenance gardens
Consider Carefully:
- •Indoor growing
- •Infrequent watering
Bloom Seasons
Care Tips
Light Requirements
Enjoys dappled or limited direct sun—about 2–4 hours of morning or late afternoon light and protection during peak midday sun.
Watering
Requires frequent watering to maintain moist soil. Don't let the soil dry out completely.