ZonePlant
Nero aronia (black chokeberry)

berry variety in zone 3a

Nero aronia (black chokeberry) in zone 3a

Nero · Aronia melanocarpa

Zone
3a -40°F to -35°F
Growing season
90 days
Days to harvest
90 to 120

The verdict

Detailed guidance for this section is being prepared. Check back soon.

About Nero

Astringent fresh, rich processed flavor; juice, jam, wine. Czech selection bred for high yields and large berries, productive after sweetening fall frost.

Critical timing for zone 3a

Detailed guidance for this section is being prepared. Check back soon.

Common challenges in zone 3a

  • ▸ Very short growing season
  • ▸ Late spring frosts
  • ▸ Limited fruit-tree options
  • ▸ Heavy mulching required

Modified care for zone 3a

Detailed guidance for this section is being prepared. Check back soon.

Nero in adjacent zones

Other aronia (black chokeberry) varieties for zone 3a

Frequently asked questions

+
Will Nero aronia (black chokeberry) grow in zone 3a?

Yes. Nero is recommended for USDA zones 3a through 6b, which includes zone 3a.

Image: "Black Chokeberry (Aronia melanocarpa) - Killarney, Ontario", by Ryan Hodnett, via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC-BY Source.

Related

Related