Viking is a self fertile hardy shrub producing purpleish-black fruits like blackcurrants in the autumn. Attractive autumn leaf colours and pink-tinged white hawthorn-like flowers appear in the spring.Chokeberries will happily grow in any moist but well drained soil, except over chalk. Prefers to be planted in an area that has plenty of sun but with partial shade. Also good for planting alongside a hedgerow. Pick Month: Mid September.Uses: Eating & CookingGood for jams, compôtes, juice, jellies, wine and tea! High in Vitamin C and Anthocyanins (antioxidants). Picture image courtesy of Frank P Matthews Sold in a 3 litre.