Aronia ‘Low Scape Mound'

Aronia melanocarpa 'Low Scape Mound': Native Structure, Refined Form

Tidy, tough, and beautifully seasonal, 'Low Scape Mound' is a compact form of black chokeberry that delivers big ornamental impact on a small scale. Each spring, it’s topped with clusters of white flowers that attract early pollinators. These give way to glossy green leaves and, later, rich burgundy-red fall foliage and dark berries that persist into winter. The mounded shape holds its form beautifully with little need for pruning, making it a dependable, low-maintenance solution for modern landscapes.

Plant Characteristics:

• Height: 45–60 cm (18–24 in)
• Spread: 60–90 cm (24–36 in)
• Flower Colour: White
• Flowering Period: Mid to late spring
• Foliage: Glossy green turning burgundy-red in fall
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun to part shade
• Soil Requirements: Adaptable; prefers moist, well-drained soil

Uses and Benefits: A versatile native shrub for edging, mass planting, or container use. It’s especially effective in urban gardens, public spaces, and pollinator beds where tidy form and seasonal colour are desired. 'Low Scape Mound' brings strong ecological value with little input—pollinators visit the flowers, birds eat the berries, and the foliage delivers a strong autumnal statement.

Care Instructions: Very adaptable and easy to grow. Plant in full sun for best fall colour, though it tolerates part shade. Water regularly during establishment, then decrease frequency. No routine pruning needed, but can be trimmed in early spring for shaping. Tolerates a range of soils, including clay and occasional wet conditions.

History: Part of the Proven Winners® line of compact native shrubs, 'Low Scape Mound' was bred for improved habit, ornamental interest, and ease of use in contemporary gardens. As a cultivar of Aronia melanocarpa, it maintains the species’ resilience and ecological benefits in a refined, landscape-ready form.

Final Thoughts: 'Low Scape Mound' offers year-round value in a perfectly proportioned package—clean form, seasonal interest, and tough native performance. It’s an effortless way to add structure and sustainability to any garden.