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Professor Ed Black Chokeberry
Aronia melanocarpa 'Professor Ed'
Black Chokeberry
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A compact cultivar with small white flowers in spring that become deep blue to black berries in the fall. Birds love the fruits but they can also be used for jams and jellies, though tend to be too astringent for fresh eating. Fall foliage is a mixture of red, orange, and purple.
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Plant facts
Good to know
- Attracts birds.
- Attracts pollinators.
- Good fall color.
- Low maintenance.
- Tolerates rock mulch.
- Suitable for Utah Lake secondary water systems.
- Does well at higher elevations.
Quick answers
How big does Professor Ed Black Chokeberry get?
About 4' tall and 4' wide at maturity.
How much sun does Professor Ed Black Chokeberry need?
Full Sun to Part Shade (3 to 6+ hours Sun).
How much water does Professor Ed Black Chokeberry need?
Moderate water use.
Will Professor Ed 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 Professor Ed Black Chokeberry in Utah?
Progressive Plants in Copperton, Utah carries it, but it is not available right now. You can join the waitlist to hear when it's back.
Can landscape contractors buy Professor Ed 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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