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Aronia melanocarpa 'Hugin' - flowers in early summer

Aronia melanocarpa 'Hugin'

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A compact, deciduous shrub with dark green summer leaves which turn eye-catching shades of purple and orange in autumn as they fall and clusters of white flowers in early summer, followed by masses of black fruit in late summer.

Good for wildlife including bees and insects! The black fruit are popular with birds.

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Supplied Size:
  • 3 litre pot (3-4 years old, 60-80 cm tall)

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Delivery Options
(For any number of plants sent by courier)

Standard: £6.95*
Delivered in 2-3 working days
Priority: £15
Shipped ASAP
Click & Collect: free
*Surcharges apply for Highlands & Islands.

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A compact, deciduous shrub with dark green summer leaves which turn eye-catching shades of purple and orange in autumn as they fall and clusters of white flowers in early summer, followed by masses of black fruit in late summer.

Good for wildlife including bees and insects!

Despite the common name of 'Chokeberry' the berries are edible and can be used for cooking or making jams, but the fruit itself is astringent, bitter and should be fully ripe before eating.


  • Position: Full sun or partial shade.
  • Soil: Most fertile soils. Aronia melanocarpa 'Hugin' dislikes shallow, chalky soils.
  • Hardiness: Hardy.
  • Flowering Period: July - August.
  • Rate of Growth: Moderate.
  • Habit: Aronia melanocarpa 'Hugin' grows to be a medium sized shrub.
    • Height: 1.8 - 2.5 m (6 - 8 ft)
    • Spread: 1.8 - 2.5 m (6 - 8 ft)
How Much Sun
Light Shade, Full Sun
Eventual Size
Shrub - Medium (1.5m - 3m)
Growing Conditions
Soil: Acid, Soil: Not Fussy, Soil: Dry/Sandy
Special Features
Autumn Colour, Wildlife Friendly - Birds, Suitable for Containers
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