Chokeberry Amit A large deciduous fruiting shrub that is also known as x Sorbaronia Mitschurinii, this attractive Aronia produces large black berries in September. In the Autumn, the foliage acquires a crimson-red color. Chokeberries are cultivated as ornamental plants and food. Grow in full sun if you want high yields of berries, but it will also grow fine in partial shade. The large berries from Aronia mitschurini Amit can be eaten raw off the bush, but are more often processed and made into wine, jam, syrups etc. Bee and wildlife friendly. Self fertile. Site: Sun or light shadeSoil: Requires well drained, neutral to acidic soilPosition: Sun or partial shadeSeason of Interest: Blossom in Spring, berries & good foliage colour in AutumnHardiness: HardyHeight: 9ft (3m) Spread: 9ft (3m)