Key Facts:
Common Name: Chokeberry ‘Autumn Magic’
Scientific Name: Aronia melanocarpa ‘Autumn Magic’
Flower Color: White
Fruit Color: Black
Fall Foliage Color: Brilliant red to orange
Bloom Time: Spring
Fruit Harvest Time: Late summer to early fall
Height: 4-6 feet (1.2-1.8 meters)
Spread: 4-6 feet (1.2-1.8 meters)
Growth Rate: Moderate; typically grows 6-12 inches (15-30 cm) per year
Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Soil Type: Well-drained soil; adaptable to various soil types
Watering Needs: Moderate; drought-tolerant once established
Hardiness Zones: USDA Zones 3-8
Maintenance: Low; requires minimal pruning to maintain shape and remove any deadwood
Uses: Ideal for garden beds, borders, hedges, and naturalized areas; attractive to wildlife and provides seasonal interest
Why You’ll Love It:
Enhance your garden with Chokeberry ‘Autumn Magic,’ a shrub that offers stunning seasonal displays and exceptional hardiness. With its vibrant red fall foliage, striking black fruit, and delicate white blooms, this versatile plant provides year-round interest and beauty. Perfect for creating colorful garden borders, naturalized settings, or wildlife-friendly landscapes, Chokeberry ‘Autumn Magic’ is a low-maintenance choice that delivers both visual appeal and functional benefits. Add this dynamic shrub to your garden and enjoy its enduring charm throughout the seasons!
Chokeberry ‘Autumn Magic’
Chokeberry ‘Autumn Magic’ (Aronia melanocarpa ‘Autumn Magic’) is a remarkable deciduous shrub celebrated for its striking autumn foliage and attractive black fruit. This versatile and hardy plant provides year-round interest with its vibrant fall color, white spring blooms, and glossy fruit. Ideal for adding seasonal appeal to gardens, borders, or naturalized areas, Chokeberry ‘Autumn Magic’ offers both beauty and functionality, including attracting wildlife and providing a backdrop of color.
