Project Number: 1230-21000-052-03
Project Type: Specific Cooperative Agreement

Start Date: Sep 01, 2007
End Date: Sep 01, 2009

Objective:
The primary objective of this work is to evaluate Aronia germplasm for use as an alternative to invasive exotic landscape shrubs. A secondary objective is to consider the germplasm for use as a fruit crop and for nutraceutical potential.

Approach:
Evaluate Aronia accessions for genetic relatedness (AFLP), ploidy, flower and fruit characteristics, summer and fall foliage characteristics, and growth aspects. A minimum of 30 Aronia accessions representing three species will be evaluated.