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Low Scape Mound® Black Chokeberry

Aronia melanocarpa 'UCONNAM165' (Low Scape Mound®)

Category: Deciduous Shrub • Chokeberry

Discover Low Scape Mound® Black Chokeberry, perfect for mass plantings and attracting wildlife.

Mature Height: 1-2 feet
Mature Width: 2-3 feet
Bloom Color: White
Bloom Time: Spring
Light: Part Sun/Part Shade
Zone: Zones 3-9
Maintenance: Low
Growth Rate: Moderate
Season of Interest: Multi-season
Foliage: Deciduous

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Description

Low Scape Mound® Black Chokeberry is a compact, low-growing shrub known for its attractive foliage and black berries. It is ideal for ground cover and provides seasonal interest with its flowers and fruit.

Ideal Conditions

Thrives in full sun to partial shade. Prefers moist, well-drained soil.

Soil Preferences

Tolerates a range of soil types, including clay and sandy soils. Prefers slightly acidic to neutral pH.

Sun Needs

Part Sun/Part Shade

Watering Needs

Requires moderate watering, especially during dry spells; established plants are drought-tolerant.

Pruning Notes

Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain shape and remove any dead or damaged branches.

Fertilizing Notes

Fertilize in early spring with a balanced fertilizer to promote healthy growth.

Common Issues

Generally pest-resistant but may occasionally face issues with leaf spot or aphids.

Landscape Guidance

Landscape Use

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Special Features

Attractive foliageberries for wildlifelow-growing habit

Wildlife Value

Attracts pollinators and provides berries for birds.

Resistance / Tolerance

Drought tolerant once established.

Notes from Our Designer

Great for low-maintenance landscapes. Works well in naturalized settings.

Maintenance Notes

Low

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Is Low Scape Mound® Black Chokeberry a good fit for Kansas City landscapes?

That depends on sun exposure, moisture, spacing, and how the plant will be used in the overall design.

How should homeowners use this plant information?

Use the plant profile as a planning tool for size, conditions, and visual role, then connect it to the broader landscape design plan.

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