Aronia x prunifolia 'Viking'
Aronia x prunifolia ‘Viking’
One of the best cultivars known for its incredibly large clusters of black fruit. Attractive white flowers in late spring along with glossy dark green leaves that turn to vivid hues of red and orange in the fall offer multi season interest. Easy to grow and maintain. Developed in Eastern Europe for commercial fruit production and can be used to make jams, jellies and many other fruit products. Berries are high in vitamins and antioxidants. Description courtesy of Bailey Nurseries.
Plant Height at Maturity
5 feet
Plant Width at Maturity
7 feet
Growth Rate
1-6"/year
Growth Habit
Upright
Landscape Uses
Hedge | Water Garden
Environmental Features
Water-wise | Pollinator Friendly | Bird Habitat | Wildlife Forage Source
Tough Sites
Alkaline Soil | Wet Soil
Seasonal Interest
Fall Color | Spring Flowering
Flower Color
White