Berry Scape chokeberry

Aronia arbutifolia 'Berry Scape'

ShrubRosaceae

PW New 2026

Berry Scape chokeberry
Drought tolerantEdible
USDA zones4 to 9
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles moderate to wet soil
Size4 to 5 feet tall
Growth rate
Slow
Habit
Columnar
Bloom season
Spring
Soil types
Loam, clay

Garden uses

BorderFood gardenFoundationHedgePollinator gardenPrivacy screenRain gardenWinter interest

Attracts

ButterfliesBeesBirds

Notes

'Berry Scape' chokeberry (Aronia arbutifolia 'Berry Scape') is a shrub for borders, hedges, rain gardens, and winter interest. It is hardy to USDA zone 4, or down to -30°F (-34°C). This plant likes full or part sun and average to wet, loamy or clay soil. It grows in a slow, columnar form that reaches 48 to 60 inches tall. Spring blooms draw butterflies, bees, and birds.

Pairs well with Inkberry, Big bluestem, and Black-eyed Susan.