How to grow... Chokeberries
Rocket Growing Guides
Chokeberries are a fantastic fruit plant if you’re new to growing your own berries. The berries themselves will ripen in autumn and, although very tart when raw, they are wonderful for throwing into crumbles and pies!
- Chokeberry Growing Guide
How to Plant Chokeberries
- Plant chokeberry bushes 1m apart in moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade in beds, and borders.
- If growing in pots, choose a fairly large pot with good drainage. You may need to re-pot as the plant grows.
- Best grown in neutral to acidic soil.
How to Grow Chokeberries
- Keep moisture consistent in the first two years. Thereafter they will tolerate wet and dry spells well.
- White flowers will appear in spring and summer, fruits follow in summer.
- Pruning can take place from the second year in Feb/Mar. Cut back any shoots which make harvesting difficult and any damaged shoots.
- Plants are hardy and will provide lovely autumn colours.
How to Harvest Chokeberries
- You should be able to harvest in late summer/early autumn.
