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Morton Black Chokeberry
Aronia melanocarpa 'Morton' Iroquois Beauty™
Black Chokeberry
In stock · from $24.99
Compact variety of Aronia melanocarpa. White flower clusters appear in May, turning to bitter, tart black fruits that can be made into jams or jellies. Excellent as mass or border shrub. Has the ability to withstand wet conditions for use along ponds or streams. Root suckers need to be removed if colonial spread is not desired.
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Plant facts
Sizes and prices
Retail prices; trade pricing for wholesale accounts. Availability updates hourly; stock last changed 2026-09-03.
Good to know
- Attracts pollinators.
- Does well at higher elevations.
- Good fall color.
- Suitable for Utah Lake secondary water systems.
- Tolerates rock mulch.
Quick answers
How big does Morton Black Chokeberry get?
About 3' tall and 5' wide at maturity.
How much sun does Morton Black Chokeberry need?
Full Sun to Part Shade (3 to 6+ hours Sun).
How much water does Morton Black Chokeberry need?
Moderate water use.
Will Morton Black Chokeberry grow in Utah and the Intermountain West?
It is rated hardy to USDA zone 3, so it suits sites in zone 3 or warmer, which covers most of the region. The Salt Lake Valley floor is mostly zone 7; benches, mountain valleys and high plains in Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado and Wyoming are colder, often zones 3–6, so check the zone for your site.
Where can I buy Morton Black Chokeberry in Utah?
Progressive Plants in Copperton, Utah has it in stock, from $24.99. Homeowners can order online for pickup at the farm or local delivery; landscape contractors can have it shipped across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada.
Can landscape contractors buy Morton Black Chokeberry wholesale?
Yes. Landscape contractors and architects with a Progressive Plants wholesale account get trade pricing, bulk ordering and shipping across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada on our own trucks or by freight ($1,500 minimum outside our local delivery area). Apply at progressiveplants.com/wholesaleapp.html or call 801-565-7333.
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