Aronia melanocarpa 'Autumn Magic' (Autumn Magic Black Chokeberry)


Botanical Information

FamilyRosaceae
GenusAronia
Speciesmelanocarpa
Cultivar'Autumn Magic'
CategoryWoody
TypeShrub (deciduous)
Ethnobotanical Uses
Disclaimer
The fruit may be eaten fresh or used in jams and jellies.

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone2
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness Zone3
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH7
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Height150 cm
Spread140 cm
GrowthMedium
Flowering PeriodMay

Description and Growing Information

LandscapeMass planting, fruit and wildlife plantings.
HabitatHorticultural origins.
Leaf DescriptionGlossy green foliage that turns brilliant red in autumn.
Flower DescriptionAttractive five petaled white blooms in spring.
Fruit DescriptionMedium sized, light red, tart tasting fruit that ripens mid-season.

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