Autumn Brilliance Serviceberry Clump
Autumn Brilliance Serviceberry Clump
Autumn Brilliance Serviceberry is a multi-stem native ornamental tree โ white spring flowers, sweet blueberry-flavored June fruit, and brilliant orange-red fall color make it a Minnesota landscape staple for Eden Prairie, Plymouth, and Maple Grove yards.
About Autumn Brilliance Serviceberry Clump
| Botanical Name | Amelanchier ร grandiflora 'Autumn Brilliance' |
| Mature Size | 20-25ft tall ร 15ft wide |
| Bloom / Foliage | White flower clusters April-May; edible blue-purple berries June; brilliant orange-red fall color |
| Sun Requirements | Full sun to part shade. Best bloom in full sun. |
| Water Needs | Moderate. Drought-tolerant once established. |
| Soil | Tolerates Minnesota clay-loam. Adapts to most well-drained soils. |
| Hardiness Zones | 3-8 (Twin Cities is zone 4bโ5a). Reliable to -40ยฐF. |
| Deer Resistance | Moderately deer-resistant |
| Foliage | Deciduous โ clean green leaves, vivid red or burgundy fall color |
| Growth Rate | Moderate โ 12-18 inches per year |
Why You'll Love Autumn Brilliance Serviceberry Clump
Multi-season interest
White spring flowers, summer berries (red, blue, or black), and brilliant fall foliage make viburnums one of the most multi-season-interesting shrubs available.
Native pollinator + bird gardens
Native viburnums feed pollinators in spring and birds in fall when berries ripen. Top-tier wildlife plant for Minnesota landscapes.
Privacy + screening
Larger viburnums form excellent dense screens. Pair with evergreens to create year-round privacy with seasonal color.
Multi-stem clump native serviceberry with four-season interest
Multi-stem clump form with the most reliable fall color of any serviceberry. That's why Autumn Brilliance Serviceberry Clump has earned a spot in our Minnesota launch catalog โ it's a viburnum we're confident will thrive in your Twin Cities landscape.
Planting Autumn Brilliance Serviceberry Clump in the Twin Cities
Best planting window: Spring (mid-April through early June) or early fall (late August through late September). Avoid planting during peak summer heat โ Twin Cities heat waves can stress newly installed root balls.
Site selection: Full sun to part shade. Best bloom in full sun. Choose a location with the mature size of 20-25ft tall ร 15ft wide in mind โ give Autumn Brilliance Serviceberry Clump room to fill out without crowding fences, sidewalks, or neighboring plants.
Soil prep: Tolerates Minnesota clay-loam. Adapts to most well-drained soils. If your Twin Cities yard has heavy clay (common in Plymouth, Eden Prairie, and Wayzata), amend the planting hole with 25-30% compost to improve drainage. For sandy soils in parts of Anoka and Washington counties, mix in compost to improve water retention.
How to plant:
- Dig a hole 2ร the width of the root ball and the same depth.
- Loosen the sides of the hole โ slick clay walls block root expansion.
- Set Autumn Brilliance Serviceberry Clump so the top of the root ball is 1-2" above grade.
- Backfill with native soil mixed 25% with compost. Tamp gently.
- Water deeply (5+ gallons) immediately after planting.
- Mulch 2-3" deep, keeping mulch 2" away from the stem.
Watering & Care
First year (establishment): Water deeply 1-2ร per week from April through October. Autumn Brilliance Serviceberry Clump needs consistent moisture to develop a strong root system for its first Minnesota winter. Check soil moisture 4-6" deep โ water when the top 2-3" feels dry.
Established (year 2+): Moderate. Drought-tolerant once established. During typical Twin Cities summers, supplemental water during 2+ week dry spells is enough.
Winter prep: Water deeply in late October before ground freeze โ this protects Autumn Brilliance Serviceberry Clump through dry winter winds. Apply a fresh 2-3" layer of mulch in November to insulate the root zone through deep freezes.
Pruning: Prune lightly after bloom in late spring. Viburnums bloom on old wood โ heavy spring pruning removes flowers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Autumn Brilliance Serviceberry Clump hardy in Minnesota?
Yes. Autumn Brilliance Serviceberry Clump is rated for zones 3-8 (Twin Cities is zone 4bโ5a) โ the Twin Cities metro is zone 4bโ5a, well within its hardiness range. Multi-stem clump form with the most reliable fall color of any serviceberry.
How fast does Autumn Brilliance Serviceberry Clump grow?
Moderate โ 12-18 inches per year. Expect mature size (20-25ft tall ร 15ft wide) within 5-8 years depending on site conditions and care.
Will deer eat Autumn Brilliance Serviceberry Clump?
Moderately deer-resistant. In high-deer-pressure suburbs (Wayzata, Stillwater, Hudson), supplemental fencing or repellents may help young plants establish.
Can I plant Autumn Brilliance Serviceberry Clump in part shade?
Full sun to part shade. Best bloom in full sun.
What size gallon should I buy?
We typically offer Autumn Brilliance Serviceberry Clump in #2, #5, #10, and sometimes larger gallon sizes. Smaller sizes establish faster and cost less; larger sizes give instant impact. For most Twin Cities residential landscapes, #5 or #10 gallon is the sweet spot.
Where We Deliver
Three Timbers Minnesota delivers and installs Autumn Brilliance Serviceberry Clump across the Twin Cities metro โ Minneapolis, St. Paul, Plymouth, Maple Grove, Edina, Eden Prairie, Minnetonka, Wayzata, Bloomington, Apple Valley, Burnsville, Lakeville, Eagan, Roseville, Shoreview, Stillwater, Woodbury, Hudson, Hopkins, St. Louis Park, Chanhassen, Excelsior, Victoria, Chaska, and surrounding communities. Live Autumn Brilliance Serviceberry Clump grown for our climate and delivered fresh from our Waconia, MN nursery.