Amelanchier x grandiflora 'Autumn Brilliance'

Autumn Brilliance Serviceberry

A classic small ornamental tree or large multi-stemmed shrub with white spring flowers, edible summer berries, and brilliant orange-red fall foliage—one of the most popular serviceberry cultivars in landscape plantings.  

Key features



Width: 15–25 ft



Height: 15–25 ft



Flower color: White (buds often pink-tinged)



Bloom time: Early to mid spring



Fruit: Edible purple-black berries in early summer



Fall color: Bright orange-red to red (noted for outstanding autumn hues)



Form: Upright, rounded small tree or large shrub



Life cycle: Deciduous small tree / multi-stem shrub



Growing conditions



Sun: Full sun to partial shade



Soil: Moist, well-drained; adaptable



Water: Moderate; prefers consistent moisture



Hardiness: USDA Zones 3–9 (often listed as 4–9)



Landscape use



Specimen tree or focal point



Small to medium residential landscapes



Native and naturalized gardens



Wildlife and pollinator gardens



Patent & Trademark



Plant Patent: PP5717 — Amelanchier × grandiflora ‘Autumn Brilliance’ is a patented cultivar.



Trademark: Autumn Brilliance® — the registered trade name used commercially.



Status: Patented (patent PP5717) / Trademarked name



Notes



Originated as a selection introduced by nurseryman Willet Wandell in Illinois.



Excellent multi-season interest with spring flowers, summer fruit, fall foliage, and winter branch structure.



Fruit is very attractive to birds and can be used by people in jams or pies. 



 

Plant type

Flowering Ornamental Tree

Height

15'

Width

15-20'

Hardiness zones

4–8

Sunlight

Full Sun

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Spring

Flower color

White

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Orange, Red

Attracts

Bees, Birds

Soil

Clay

Shape

Broad Upright

Bark

Furrowed, Smooth, Striped

Fruit

Yes

Fragrant

Yes

Deer resistant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No