Aronia Arbutifolia ‘Brilliantissima’ 3 Gal

Aronia - Brilliantissima

Aronia arbutifolia ‘Brilliantissima’

Species is a WNC Native. Deep green foliage and white flowers give way to vivid red foliage and large tart red berries in autumn. Sturdy and adapable, these plants are tolerant to a variety of conditions, including boggy soils. Versatile and excellent shrubs for rain gardens, erosion control, and wildlife habitat; edible fruit is good in jams and jellies.

Ideal for: Butterfly Gardens, Children's Gardens, Edible Gardens, Native Gardens, Pollinator Gardens, Rain Gardens, Wildlife Gardens, Winter Gardens, and more!

⭐Recommended to Plant: Aronia 'Brilliantissima'  plants are listed on the City of Asheville Recommended Species List (2022).

🏆Award winning! Gold Medal winner from the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society.

🦋Help butterflies and moths: In NC, Aronias are the host plants for over 30 different species of butterflies and moths.

🐦Help Birds: According to the Audubon Society, these plants can help feed and attract Crows, Mockingbirds, Blackbirds, New World Sparrows, Thrushes, Vireos, Wax Wings, Wood Warblers, and more to the garden.

🌞Sunlight: these plants are best in full sun (6-8 hours of direct sunlight).

6-8’T x 3-5’W. 

Zones 4-9, cold hardy down to -30F.

💚Plant Nerd: The extra tart berries contain pectin. They can be used to make jams and jellies - or left for wildlife, who will greatly appreciate them.