Red Chokeberry
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▶Quick grow facts
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What it is
The red chokeberry is a multi-stemmed, deciduous shrub that has multi-seasonal interest. It is found in both wet and dry thickets in eastern Canada and the central and eastern United States, including North Carolina.
NC State ExtensionWhy grow/eat it
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How to use it
The raw berries are bitter and tart. The fruits may be used to make tasty jams and jellies.
NC State ExtensionHarvest in Houston
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Container tips
Likes full sun to partial shade. Wants well-drained soil, kept moist; handles some wet spells.
NC State ExtensionCautions
No serious disease/insect problems, but they can develop leaf spot and twig/fruit blight; round head apple borers can also be a problem.
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