Downy Serviceberry
$21.00 – $50.00
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 |
---|