If you want a tidy native shrub with four-season appeal, Aronia melanocarpa 'Low Scape Mound®' (Black Chokeberry 'Low Scape Mound') is a great fit for small gardens and foundation plantings. In spring it covers itself with clusters of small white flowers, followed by glossy green foliage through summer. As nights cool, the leaves develop rich wine-red to burgundy fall color, and the dark, berry-like fruits add extra seasonal interest for wildlife.

Plant it in full sun to partial shade. Full sun gives the best flowering, fruiting, and fall color, while part shade is useful in hotter sites. This chokeberry is adaptable and will handle a range of soils, including moist sites, as long as drainage is reasonable. Water regularly during the first growing season to establish a strong root system; afterward, provide occasional deep watering during prolonged dry spells.

At maturity, expect a compact mound about 12-24 inches tall. Use it as a low hedge, in mixed borders, or in mass plantings where you can enjoy the seasonal color changes. The fruits are edible but very astringent, so they are typically cooked into jellies, syrups, or mixed-fruit preserves rather than eaten fresh.

Maintenance is simple. Prune in late winter to early spring by removing any damaged wood and thinning older stems if you want to refresh growth. This shrub is also a strong choice for pollinator and bird-friendly landscapes where you want ornamental value with native-plant benefits.

Specifications

• Cold hardiness zone: 3-8 (-40 degrees F) - Contact your local extension to confirm hardiness if you are in a fringe zone (we cannot guarantee hardiness in fringe zones)
• Light: Full sun   Part sun
• Mature height: 12-24"
• Spread: 18-24"
• Attracts: Birds
• Edible: Yes
• Native to the U.S.: Yes

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