Aronia x mountain ash (x Sorbaronia hybrid)

Family: Rosaceae | Edibility: Edible (3/5)

x Sorbaronia hybrid is a deciduous Tree growing to 3 m (9ft) by 3 m (9ft) at a medium rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 4. The flowers are pollinated by Insects. It is noted for attracting wildlife. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: neutral soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers moist soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit, Berries

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

flavour but very astringent. — A good flavour but very astringent.; The fruit should be fully ripe before being eaten and is best after a frost or two.; It makes a good jelly when sugar is added and is also dried and used for making pemmican.; The fruit is rich in pectin and can be added to fruits that are low in this substance when making jams etc.

Habitat & North American Range

A cultivated plant. (Zone 3, Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)