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Brilliantissima' Red Chokeberry 3 Gallon

Brilliantissima' Red Chokeberry 3 Gallon

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Aronia arbutifolia 'Brilliantissima' Information Page
Aronia arbutifolia 'Brilliantissima'

Aronia arbutifolia 'Brilliantissima'

Description

Aronia arbutifolia 'Brilliantissima', commonly known as Brilliantissima Red Chokeberry, is a deciduous shrub known for its striking red berries and vibrant fall foliage. This plant is highly valued for its ornamental appeal and adaptability to various garden settings.

Suggested Uses

This versatile shrub is perfect for hedges, borders, and naturalized areas. Its berries attract birds, making it an excellent choice for wildlife gardens. It can also be used in rain gardens due to its tolerance of wet conditions.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Botanical Name: Aronia arbutifolia 'Brilliantissima'
  • Common Name Common Name: Brilliantissima' Red Chokeberry
  • Size & Growth Size & Growth: 6-10 feet tall, 3-5 feet wide
  • Hardiness Zones Hardiness Zones: 4-9
  • Foliage Type Foliage Type: Deciduous
  • Bloom Time Bloom Time: Spring
  • Growth Rate Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Light Requirements Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
  • Attracts Pollinators Attracts Pollinators: Yes
  • Indoor Friendly Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly Container Friendly: Yes
  • Deer Resistant Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning Pet Warning: Non-toxic
  • Fragrant Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower Cut Flower: Yes
  • Grows Well With Grows Well With: Viburnum, Dogwood, and other native shrubs

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Planting Instructions: Plant in spring or fall, ensuring the root ball is level with the soil surface.
  • Soil Moisture Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist, especially during establishment.
  • Soil Type Soil Type: Prefers acidic, well-drained soils but adaptable to various soil types.
  • Humidity Humidity: Tolerates a range of humidity levels.
  • Pruning Instructions Pruning Instructions: Prune in late winter to early spring to maintain shape and remove dead wood.
  • Winter Care Winter Care: Mulch to protect roots in colder climates.
  • Planting Depth Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as the nursery container.
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Fertilize in early spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer.
  • Special Care Special Care: Monitor for pests such as aphids and treat as necessary.
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