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Saskatoon Serviceberry

Amelanchier Alnifolia

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Overview

The Saskatoon Serviceberry (Amelanchier alnifolia) is a resilient shrub, adaptable to Zones 2-7, maturing at 6-18 feet with an equal spread. It flaunts striking white flowers in spring, followed by edible purple berries in summer, relished by wildlife. Drought-tolerant once established, it thrives in full sun to part shade and prefers well-drained soils. Autumn brings a splendid display of red and yellow foliage, enhancing seasonal interest.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 3–11Type Shrub, Tree

Saskatoon Serviceberry (Amelanchier Alnifolia) — each typically measuring 1 to 2 inches in diameter; providing extended seasonal interest.<br><br>Furthermore

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 3–11

Shape & size

Classification

Type: Shrub, Tree
Family: Rosaceae

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Saskatoon Serviceberry (Amelanchier Alnifolia) — the foliage unfolds in leaves measuring approximately 1 to 3 inches long

Saskatoon Serviceberry (Amelanchier Alnifolia) — rounded silhouette suitable for garden borders; perfect for jams or pies.<br><br>Hardy in USDA zones 4 to 9

Saskatoon Serviceberry (Amelanchier Alnifolia) — the Saskatoon Serviceberry is prized for its edible; autumn brings a splendid display of red and yellow

Saskatoon Serviceberry (Amelanchier Alnifolia) — adding ecological value to your client's garden

Saskatoon Serviceberry (Amelanchier Alnifolia) — the foliage unfolds in leaves measuring approximately 1 to 3 inches long; each typically measuring 1 to 2

Saskatoon Serviceberry (Amelanchier Alnifolia) — These blossom clusters not only add visual allure but also attract pollinators such as bees and, image 37

Saskatoon Serviceberry (Amelanchier Alnifolia) — maturing at 6-18 feet with an equal spread

Saskatoon Serviceberry (Amelanchier Alnifolia) — the plant erupts in a profusion of star-shaped

Saskatoon Serviceberry (Amelanchier Alnifolia) — adopting a bright green hue that turns to striking shades of orange; purplish-blue berries that ripen in

Saskatoon Serviceberry (Amelanchier Alnifolia) — providing extended seasonal interest.<br><br>Furthermore

Saskatoon Serviceberry (Amelanchier Alnifolia) — perfect for jams or pies.<br><br>Hardy in USDA zones 4 to 9

Saskatoon Serviceberry (Amelanchier Alnifolia) — Reaching mature heights of 6 to 10 feet; the foliage unfolds in leaves measuring approximately 1 to 3 inches

Saskatoon Serviceberry (Amelanchier Alnifolia) — the Saskatoon Serviceberry thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soils; adopting a

Saskatoon Serviceberry (Amelanchier Alnifolia) — shrub / tree with white blooms; the Saskatoon Serviceberry is prized for its edible

Saskatoon Serviceberry (Amelanchier Alnifolia) — rounded silhouette suitable for garden borders; perfect for jams or pies.<br><br>Hardy in USDA, image 59

Saskatoon Serviceberry (Amelanchier Alnifolia) — The Saskatoon Serviceberry (Amelanchier alnifolia) is a resilient shrub; drought-tolerant once established, it

Saskatoon Serviceberry (Amelanchier Alnifolia) — each typically measuring 1 to 2 inches in diameter; providing extended seasonal, image 62

Saskatoon Serviceberry (Amelanchier Alnifolia) — It is also relatively drought-tolerant once established; the Saskatoon Serviceberry thrives in full sun to

Saskatoon Serviceberry (Amelanchier Alnifolia) — shrub / tree for full or half; making it a low-maintenance choice for various landscape settings

Saskatoon Serviceberry (Amelanchier Alnifolia) — Reaching mature heights of 6 to 10 feet; the foliage unfolds in leaves measuring approximately 1, image 58

Saskatoon Serviceberry (Amelanchier Alnifolia) — maturing at 6-18 feet with an equal spread; these blossom clusters not only add visual allure but also attract

Saskatoon Serviceberry (Amelanchier Alnifolia) — purplish-blue berries that ripen in early- to mid-summer; adding ecological value to your client's garden

Saskatoon Serviceberry (Amelanchier Alnifolia) — Drought-tolerant once established, it thrives in full sun to part shade and prefers well-drained, image 56

Saskatoon Serviceberry (Amelanchier Alnifolia) — Approximately 0.25 to 0.75 inch in diameter; these berries are a favorite for bird species and make delicious

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Matt Lavin from Bozeman, Montana, USA, CC BY-SA 2.0 · source
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