In Search of Aronia – Part 3

Our discussions revealed a few interesting things about Aronia:1) They do not have a substantial yield until years 5 or 6 when they will produce 20-30 pounds per bush(thats alot).2) This particular Aronia berry bush was called "Autumn Magic". 3) Autumn Magic is shorter in stature...about 4-5 feet tall. This makes them easily harvested with a blueberry picker and can help make growing Aronia as a cash crop more viable for future American Aronia growers.4) Pests don't attack Aronia. Therefore no pesticides, fungisides, or herbicides are needed or used.5) Most importantly, I heard about all of the health benefits that the Aronia Berry offers. Stories about friends, partners, and family. It was hard to understand why everyone doesn't now about this health secret.