Shrub native to Northern Asia and North America, long bred for its richly flavoured berries used in fruit juices and jams, or eaten raw. When used as hedging, plant in staggered double rows, 0.8-1.2m between plants in the case of Hugin and Nero, and 1.2-1.5m between plants in the case of Aron. Plant rows 1-1.2m apart.Very frost hardy (won't be killed off by a repeat of December 2010), tolerant of most soils. Does not compete well with weeds during establishment. Not suitable for very exposed maritime situations.
Small container-grown plants €5.90 ea. Bulk offer 10 or more plants €4.70 ea. Further discounts for larger quantities (please enquire).
Aronia melanocarpa Hugin
Compact shrub (1-1.2m high) bearing black berries. Bred at the Swedish Agricultural University. Can be grown as low hedge, great for borders round vegetable or soft fruit gardens. Very ornamental foliage in autumn
Aronia prunifolia Aron
Vigorous, ornamental shrub 1.5-2 m high. Purple-black berries high in anti-oxidents. Very suitable for growing as a fruiting hedge.
Aronia prunifolia Nero
Russian cultivar with large, sweet, juicy berries rich in vitamin C. 1-1.2m high. Can be grown as low hedge, great for borders round vegetable or soft fruit gardens. Very ornamental foliage in autumn.
Availability
In stock
Delivery
Up to 10 plants: €20. Over 10 plants €25.
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Cooloughra
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Republic of Ireland