Downy Serviceberry

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Description

Downy Serviceberry
Description Downy serviceberry (Amelanchier arborea), also known as shadberry or juneberry, is a small tree. This tree is attractive for pollinators, as well as different bird species. Serviceberry is a good ornamental plant. It has white flowers in spring and orange-yellow to pinkish or reddish leaves in fall. Their reddish purple to black berries are edible and often used in juice, jams, pies, and wine. Its bark is smooth and gray. This species tolerates varying light levels, but is at its best in full sun. It can grow in a variety of soil types and is low maintenance.
Seedling information
Age 0-1 years
Size 12-18″
Size
Height 15-25 ft
Spread 15-25 ft
Growth rate Medium
Needs
Sun Full sun, partial sun
Water use Low
Soil Acidic, moist, well drained soil
Fruit
Bloom time April, May
Bloom color White
Fruit type Berries
Edible/Inedible Edible
Nativeness Native
Benefits Good for pollinators and wildlife, flowers, ornamental, fall foliage, fruit
Climate Change Hardiness Medium adaptability (US Forest Service)

Additional information

Amount

5, 10, 25, 50