Autumn Magic Black Chokeberry
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Plant Information | |
Common Name | Autumn Magic Black Chokeberry |
Botanical Name | Aronia melanocarpa 'Autumn Magic' |
Description | |
Plant Type | Shrub |
Mature Height | 4 to 5 ft |
Mature Width | 4 to 5 ft |
Growth Habit | Upright |
Bloom Color | White |
Bloom Interest | Showy |
Bloom Period | May |
Seasonal Interest | Spring, Summer, Fall |
Foliage Color | Green |
Foliage Type | Simple |
Fall Color | Red-Orange |
Attributes | Decorative Fruit |
Attracts Butterflies | No |
Attracts Birds | Yes |
Care | |
Sun Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Shade |
USDA Hardiness Zone | 3 to 8 |
Zoned for KC Region | Yes |
Water Preference | Moist,Well-drained |
Maintenance Level | Low |
Cost | Moderate |
Watering Notes | Water during weather extremes to 1" per week. |
Fertilize Notes | If planted in rich soil, they will need little fertilizer. |
Prune Notes | Little pruning is needed on this compact plant. But suckers should be removed to prevent any unwanted spread. |