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This red chokeberry cultivar is a deciduous shrub which grows slowly to 6-8′ tall and is perhaps most noted for its glossy red berries and red fall foliage. Tends to sucker somewhat like amelanchiers (serviceberries). Clusters of white to pinkish, 5-petaled flowers appear in spring. Flowers are followed by abundant glossy red fruits which appear in clusters along the branches. Fruits ripen in late summer and persist throughout fall and into winter. Obovate to elliptic, glossy, dark green leaves are grayish-green beneath.
Foliage turns bright red in autumn and compares favorably with burning bush (Euonymus alatus) for excellence of fall color. ‘Brilliantissima’ primarily differs from the species by being more compact, producing more lustrous foliage with superior red fall color and producing larger, glossier and more abundant fruit. Common name is in reference to the tart and bitter berries which are technically edible but so astringent as to cause choking in those who try. Fruits are sometimes used to make tasty jams and jellies. Species is native to both wet and dry thickets primarily in eastern North America.
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| Bloom Period | April |
| Size | 2 Gallon, 3 Gallon, 7 Gallon, 50/flat |
Aronia arbutifolia ‘Brilliantissima’, commonly known as Brilliantissima Red Chokeberry, is a hardy, deciduous native shrub prized for its clusters of bright red berries, glossy green foliage, and exceptional fall color. This versatile shrub is an excellent choice for native plant gardens, wildlife gardens, hedges, borders, rain gardens, and naturalized landscapes.
In spring, Aronia arbutifolia ‘Brilliantissima’ produces clusters of small white flowers that appear along the branches and attract bees, butterflies, and other beneficial pollinators. The flowers are followed by abundant bright red berries in late summer and fall, providing valuable food for birds and adding vibrant seasonal color to the landscape. In autumn, the glossy green foliage transforms into brilliant shades of red, orange, and purple.
Brilliantissima Red Chokeberry performs best in full sun to partial shade and adapts well to a variety of soil conditions, including moist and periodically wet soils. Once established, it is relatively low maintenance and can tolerate challenging growing conditions. Its upright, suckering growth habit also makes it useful for mass plantings, informal hedges, erosion control, and wildlife habitat.
With its attractive spring flowers, abundant red berries, outstanding fall foliage, and excellent wildlife value, Aronia arbutifolia ‘Brilliantissima’ is an exceptional native shrub for gardeners looking to add multi-season interest and ecological value to the landscape.
NOT INTENDED FOR CONSERVATION USE, PLEASE SEE STRAIGHT SPECIES
