Trees and shrubs

Black Chokeberry 'Autumn Magic'

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Hardiness Zone 3

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Family Rosaceae

Aronia melanocarpa 'Autumn Magic', or black chokeberry 'Autumn Magic', is a remarkable ornamental and fruiting selection known for its antioxidant-rich black berries and spectacular autumn foliage, with deep red-orange hues. This variety develops a dense, rounded bushy habit, ideal for informal hedges, edible gardens, or naturalistic landscapes. It flowers in spring with light white umbels, highly visited by pollinators. In late summer, its shiny edible berries attract birds and are suitable for making juices or jams. Hardy, resilient, and versatile, 'Autumn Magic' combines ecological value, seasonal beauty, and local production, while requiring little maintenance.

Aronia melanocarpa 'Autumn Magic'

Soil and care

The rightconditions.

Fertilization Spring berry fertilizer. Fertilize monthly or as directed on the bag. Add Myke when planting.

Bloom and dimensions

The completeprofile.

Bloom periodSpring
Flower colorWhite
Foliage colorGreen
Foliage typeObsolete
FruitingShiny black berries, edible, very rich in antioxidants
Maximum height1 to 1.5 m (3 to 5 feet)
Maximum width2 m (6.5 ft)
Growth rateaverage
Hardiness zoneZone 3
Minimum temperature'-40°C

Its strengths, naturally.

Pet friendly
Safe for pets

Pets

Pollinators
Attracts or supports pollinating insects

Pollinators

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

Deer
Less attractive or generally tolerated by deer

Deer