This chokeberry39s name derives from the spectacular red and orange display it puts on in autumn before its leaves take on these colourful tones they are green and waxy the hardy shrub39s foliage is also slow growing making it a great specimen plant particularly for large borders april sees aronia x prunifolia 39autumn magic39 bear white flowers which grow in attractive clusters these blooms are succeeded by black round berries which remain appealing to birds and gardeners