ZonePlant
Viking aronia (black chokeberry)

berry variety in zone 5a

Viking aronia (black chokeberry) in zone 5a

Viking · Aronia melanocarpa

Zone
5a -20°F to -15°F
Growing season
150 days
Days to harvest
90 to 120

The verdict

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About Viking

Astringent fresh, deep complex flavor when processed; juice, jam, wine, dried powder. The European-developed standard, very high antioxidant content. Heavy producer, brilliant red fall color.

Critical timing for zone 5a

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Common challenges in zone 5a

  • ▸ Fire blight in pears
  • ▸ Cedar-apple rust
  • ▸ Late spring frosts

Modified care for zone 5a

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Viking in adjacent zones

Other aronia (black chokeberry) varieties for zone 5a

Frequently asked questions

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Will Viking aronia (black chokeberry) grow in zone 5a?

Yes. Viking is recommended for USDA zones 3a through 7a, which includes zone 5a.

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

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