.plant-container { font-family: inherit; } .plant-container ul { list-style: none; padding-left: 0; margin-left: 0; } .plant-container li { display: flex; align-items: center; margin-bottom: 8px; line-height: 1.6; padding-left: 0; } .plant-container img { width: 24px; height: auto; margin-right: 10px; vertical-align: middle; flex-shrink: 0; } 'Iroquois Beauty' Black Chokeberry Aronia melanocarpa 'Iroquois Beauty' Description This cultivar produces dark purple to black berries in late summer and features attractive foliage that turns vibrant red in fall. It is a deciduous shrub with a compact growing habit, ideal for hedges and ornamental landscapes. Suggested Uses Perfect for borders, native plant gardens, wildlife habitats, and edible landscaping. Its ornamental berries and foliage make it a versatile addition to any garden. Plant Details Botanical Name: Aronia melanocarpa 'Iroquois Beauty' Common Name: 'Iroquois Beauty' Black Chokeberry Size & Growth: Typically reaches 4-6 feet in height and similar spread with a dense, bushy growth habit. Hardiness Zones: 3-8 Foliage Type: Deciduous Bloom Time: Early to mid spring Growth Rate: Moderate Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade Attracts Pollinators: Yes, including bees and butterflies Indoor Friendly: No Container Friendly: Yes, suitable for containers Deer Resistant: Yes Pet Warning: Non-toxic to pets Fragrant: No Cut Flower: Yes Grows Well With: Other native shrubs and perennials Care Tips Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil in full sun for best flowering and fruiting. Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist, especially during establishment. Soil Type: Adaptable to a variety of soil types, prefers slightly acidic to neutral pH. Humidity: Tolerates typical garden humidity levels. Pruning Instructions: Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain shape and remove dead wood. Winter Care: Mulch around base to protect roots in colder zones. Planting Depth: Plant so that the root crown is level with soil surface. Fertilization: Apply balanced fertilizer in early spring. Special Care: Usually pest and disease resistant, minimal maintenance necessary.
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