ZonePlant
Autumn Magic aronia (black chokeberry)

berry variety in zone 5a

Autumn Magic aronia (black chokeberry) in zone 5a

Autumn Magic · Aronia melanocarpa

Zone
5a -20°F to -15°F
Growing season
150 days
Days to harvest
90 to 120

The verdict

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About Autumn Magic

Tart-astringent, intense color and flavor; juice, jam. Selected for ornamental value with brilliant red-purple fall foliage. Compact 3-5 ft habit.

Critical timing for zone 5a

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Common challenges in zone 5a

  • ▸ Fire blight in pears
  • ▸ Cedar-apple rust
  • ▸ Late spring frosts

Modified care for zone 5a

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Autumn Magic in adjacent zones

Other aronia (black chokeberry) varieties for zone 5a

Frequently asked questions

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Will Autumn Magic aronia (black chokeberry) grow in zone 5a?

Yes. Autumn Magic is recommended for USDA zones 3b through 7a, which includes zone 5a.

Image: "Black Chokeberry (Aronia melanocarpa) - Killarney, Ontario", by Ryan Hodnett, via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC-BY Source.

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