Serviceberry (Amelanchier canadensis) is a large deciduous shrub or small tree with fragrant white flowers. The flowers ripen into crimson-purple berries that have a nutty, huckleberry flavor. The berries can be eaten raw or cooked in pies. Serviceberry is also known for its brilliant shades of orange-red in autumn. It is also known as Shadblow Serviceberry due to its bloom time occurring when the American Shad fish swims upstream to spawn.

Its berries are eaten by songbirds as well as mammals both large and small. Serviceberry is a host plant for some very attractive butterflies. Serviceberry is a great specimen plant for your yard – not only is it lovely to look at, but it can provide a snack to both you and the wildlife in your neighborhood.

Size : 3 gallon

Height : 20 to 30 feet

Bloom time : April, May

Bloom Color : White

Soil Type : Medium

Light Requirements : Part shade, Part Sun, Full sun