Amelanchier alnifolia var. cusickii

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Saskatoon Serviceberry

Native to northwestern North America, Saskatoon serviceberry produces white blooms in spring followed by plump berries in June.

Members of the genus Amelanchier offer four seasons of interest -- small white flowers (occasionally pinkish) in spring, edible berries in early summer, attractive foliage color in fall and interesting bark/branch structure in winter. Common names for amelanchier include juneberry and serviceberry and refer to the blueberry-like fruit edible by humans and much beloved by birds. The species range from small trees to large shrubs, usually multi-stemmed. Found at woodland's edge in the their native habitats, amelanchiers are best used in a naturalistic setting in the home landscape.

Amelanchiers are native to temperate areas of North America and, to a lesser extent, of Asia and Europe. The genus includes about 20 species; hybridization efforts have tended to focus on enhanced fall foliage color. The Chicago Botanic Garden's collection includes more than 30 varieties and over 450 plants.

Soil:
Moderate
Plant Shape:
Round
Exposure:
Full Sun
Partial Shade
Bloom Time:
March - April
May - June
Bloom Color:
White
Landscape Use:
Specimen Plant
Understory
Wildlife Interest:
Attracts Birds
Plant Type:
Shrub
Hardiness Zone:
3 - 7