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Aronia arbutifolia 'Erecta'

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 6'-10'
  • W: 2'-4'

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

Aronia arbutifolia 'Erecta' plant details

Aronia arbutifolia 'Erecta' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green and red foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Attracts bees and birds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Aronia arbutifolia 'Erecta'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: rosaceae
Foliage: deciduous green and red
Mature size: 2 FT - 4 FT - wide, 6 FT - 10 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: columnar, fall color, hedge, winter interest, year-round-interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Aronia arbutifolia 'Erecta'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: heat and humidity
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This 6-10' upright form (great for colorful screens and windbreaks) has similar glossy foliage, crimson fall color, and long-lasting red fruit display. Sun/Med-Wet

Gardening facts about Aronia arbutifolia 'Erecta' plant

How to Grow Aronia arbutifolia 'Erecta'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant

Features

  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • bees
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Fruit

    • red
  • Foliage Color

    • red
    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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