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Allegheny Serviceberry

Amelanchier Laevis

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Overview

The Allegheny Serviceberry (Amelanchier laevis) is a deciduous small tree/shrub that frequently achieves heights of 15-25 feet, with a similar spread. Prized for its multi-season interest, it displays delicate white flowers in spring, dark, edible berries in summer, and striking red-orange foliage in autumn. This low-maintenance native prefers well-drained soils and thrives in full sun to partial shade, making it a versatile choice for landscapes.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 4–8Type Shrub, TreeClimate Temperate
Allegheny Serviceberry (Amelanchier Laevis) — These are relished by birds and can be used in jellies and pies; typically about 3/4 to 1 inch in diameter
Allegheny Serviceberry (Amelanchier Laevis) — With a moderate growth rateAllegheny Serviceberry (Amelanchier Laevis) — well-drained soils with a slightly acidic pH.<br><br>Elegantly poised with an openAllegheny Serviceberry (Amelanchier Laevis) — Prized for its multi-season interestAllegheny Serviceberry (Amelanchier Laevis) — turning to striking shades of orangeAllegheny Serviceberry (Amelanchier Laevis) — well-drained soils with a slightly acidic pH.<br><br>Elegantly poised with an open; although it prefers moistAllegheny Serviceberry (Amelanchier Laevis) — it displays delicate white flowers in spring+60

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
USDA zones
4–8

Shape & size

Mature height
15–40 Ft.
Mature width
15–40 Ft.

Classification

Type
Shrub, Tree
Family
Rosaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Allegheny Serviceberry (Amelanchier Laevis) — These are relished by birds and can be used in jellies and pies; typically about 3/4 to 1 inch in diameter
Allegheny Serviceberry (Amelanchier Laevis) — With a moderate growth rate
Allegheny Serviceberry (Amelanchier Laevis) — well-drained soils with a slightly acidic pH.<br><br>Elegantly poised with an open
Allegheny Serviceberry (Amelanchier Laevis) — Prized for its multi-season interest
Allegheny Serviceberry (Amelanchier Laevis) — turning to striking shades of orange
Allegheny Serviceberry (Amelanchier Laevis) — well-drained soils with a slightly acidic pH.<br><br>Elegantly poised with an open; although it prefers moist
Allegheny Serviceberry (Amelanchier Laevis) — it displays delicate white flowers in spring
Allegheny Serviceberry (Amelanchier Laevis) — Amelanchier laevis blooms profusely in early spring; such as bees and butterflies.<br><br>Following flowering
Allegheny Serviceberry (Amelanchier Laevis) — This low-maintenance native prefers well-drained soils and thrives in full sun to partial shade; shrub / tree
Allegheny Serviceberry (Amelanchier Laevis) — it requires minimal pruning; the blossoms provide an early nectar source for pollinators
Allegheny Serviceberry (Amelanchier Laevis) — Prized for its multi-season interest; this low-maintenance native prefers well-drained soils and thrives in full
Allegheny Serviceberry (Amelanchier Laevis) — shrub / tree with white blooms
Allegheny Serviceberry (Amelanchier Laevis) — transitioning in color from red to purplish-black when ripe
Allegheny Serviceberry (Amelanchier Laevis) — This low-maintenance native prefers well-drained soils and thrives in full sun to partial shade
Allegheny Serviceberry (Amelanchier Laevis) — oblong leaves of the Allegheny Serviceberry are a lustrous dark green in summer
Allegheny Serviceberry (Amelanchier Laevis) — making it a versatile choice for landscapes
Allegheny Serviceberry (Amelanchier Laevis) — reaching a mature height of about 15 to 25 feet with a similar spread
Allegheny Serviceberry (Amelanchier Laevis) — although it prefers moist
Allegheny Serviceberry (Amelanchier Laevis) — although it prefers moist; prized for its multi-season interest
Allegheny Serviceberry (Amelanchier Laevis) — reaching a mature height of about 15 to 25 feet with a similar spread; with a moderate growth rate
Allegheny Serviceberry (Amelanchier Laevis) — it requires minimal pruning
Allegheny Serviceberry (Amelanchier Laevis) — typically about 3/4 to 1 inch in diameter
Allegheny Serviceberry (Amelanchier Laevis) — typically about 3/4 to 1 inch in diameter; and striking red-orange foliage in autumn
Allegheny Serviceberry (Amelanchier Laevis) — turning to striking shades of orange; shrub / tree for full or half
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