'Viking' Chokeberry Bush | Aronia x prunifolia
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'Viking' Chokeberry Bush
Aronia x prunifolia
- An attractive deciduous shrub with a spectacular spring blossom display, vibrant red autumn colour and plenty of fruit for the birds (unless you make it into jam)
- Chokeberry gets its name from the astringency of the fruits which are inedible when raw, but can be used to make wine, jam, syrup, juice, soft spreads, tea and tinctures. If you leave them on the tree, they'll be happily eaten by birds, who don't taste astringency. 'Viking' has been specially bred for larger fruit suitable for jam-making - because they are self-fertile only one plant is needed to produce fruit
- The plant blossoms in late spring with large clusters of pink-tinged white flowers followed by berries in summer and into autumn, when the leaves turn from a dark matt green to a deep purple-red
- Naturally compact, growing to just 2m tall and can be pruned to fit any space
- Chokeberries are naturally understory and woodland edge plants, and grow well when planted under trees. They're very versatile and can be used in a wildlife or cottage garden or as wildlife friendly hedges
- These low maintenance plants are resistant to drought, insects, pollution, and disease
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, 'Viking' Chokeberry grows exceptionally well in pots; ensure the container is at least 30 cm deep and keep the compost moist.
How big does it get?
The 'Viking' Chokeberry Bush is a deciduous shrub that can reach a height of 1.5 to 2 metres.
How much sunlight does this need?
The 'Viking' Chokeberry Bush thrives in full sun to partial shade, but produces more fruit and better autumn colour in full sun.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
The 'Viking' Chokeberry Bush prefers well-draining, slightly acidic soil, but is highly adaptable to various soil types and can withstand temperatures as low as -30°C.
How much watering does this plant need?
The 'Viking' Chokeberry Bush | Aronia x prunifolia requires 2.5 to 5 centimetres of water per week, keeping the soil consistently moist as it has shallow roots.
Will this plant need pruning?
Yes, the 'Viking' Chokeberry Bush | Aronia x prunifolia benefits from annual pruning to maintain health and shape.
How hardy is this plant?
The 'Viking' chokeberry is incredibly hardy (RHS H7), capable of withstanding extreme temperatures well below -20°C. It is an exceptionally tough shrub that will easily survive the harshest winters anywhere in the UK.
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Mike’s our guy when it comes to growing soft fruits. He’s our grape guru. Our gooseberry genius. Our blueberry boffin. What Mike doesn’t know about soft fruits? Well, it simply isn’t worth knowing. Having traversed the world from Australia to Northern Ireland – and even undertaking a horticultural stint in Sweden – Mike combines his enthusiasm, technical expertise, state-of-the-art facilities and favourable climatic conditions of the Cotswolds to grow only the very juiciest, sweetest soft fruits.
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