Galicjanka Aronia Berry

Species: Aronia melanocarpa

History: Galicjanka was developed in Poland where Aronia berries are a common agricultural crop. It is one of the most popular varieties grown there due to its suitability for commercial plantations.

Why We Grow It: This variety produces large berries with good flavour. Despite its popularity in Poland, it is unfortunately not very common in North America. 

Canadian Hardiness Zone: 4

Soil Preference: Adaptable to most soils except for shallow chalk or very boggy conditions

Growth Habits and Disease Resistance: Upright growth habit, produces good crops. No notable diseases.

Sun/Shade: Partial shade to full sun (approx. 6-10 hours of sun daily)

Pollination: Self-pollinating, this variety will produce fruit without a different Aronia variety but will produce more and better fruit if one is present    

Flowering Time: Spring

Bloom Colour: White

Ripens: August, but fruit sweetens if left on the bush longer

Storage: Keep about a week in the fridge

Recommended Use: Fresh eating, baking, cooking, jams, jellies, sauce, juice

Size including roots: 2 year plant 40-60cm