Black chokeberries like full sun to partial shade. Choose a garden spot with at least 6 hours of sunlight. Soil: These plants prefer moist, well-draining soil but may withstand many varieties. Richen soil with organic materials. Ideal pH is 5.5–7.
Black chokeberry plants should be planted in spring or fall when the soil is workable and temperatures are mild. Avoid severe heat and cold during planting. Spacing: Space black chokeberry shrubs 4–6 feet apart for airflow and growth.
Depth: Dig a hole slightly larger than the root ball. The shrub should be planted at container depth.Deeply water the newly planted shrub to build roots. Maintain soil moisture without waterlogging, especially in dry periods.
Usually, black chokeberry shrubs need little fertilizer. Manufacturer recommends spring balanced fertilizer.In late winter or early spring, prune black chokeberry shrubs to remove dead, damaged, or crossing branches. It improves shrub form and development.