Description
Amelanchier alnifolia (Serviceberry)
A shrub for all seasons
A tall shrub with multiple stems, serviceberry has clusters of white flowers in the spring, followed by dark purplish-red fruit in summer and leaves that can turn yellow, orange and/or red in the fall. Fruit is popular with birds. Photo by Ben Legler, bird photo by Larry Umthum
Height: 12-20′
Width: 5-8′
Sun: sun to light shade
Water: moderate to high