Amelanchier arborea

Serviceberry

Click here for print friendly version.

Image 1 of 2

A fine shrub or small tree that is an excellent choice for shaded areas. Serviceberry occurs naturally in woods, along river banks, in swamps and along rocky slopes. Clusters of fragrant white flowers are among the first to bloom in spring. Flowers give rise to very flavorful, purple-black, berrylike fruits which are favored by songbirds and people. Whitetail deer browse the leaves and young twigs. The colorful fall foliage is a blend of orange, gold, red and green.

Additional Information:

[ Add to Shopping List ]

Height
15-25 Feet

Spread
15-20 Feet

Bloom/Seasonal Color
White

USDA Hardiness Zone 4-9

Home Owner Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Grow in part shade in average soil.

Good Companions

Goat's Beard (Aruncus dioicus), Columbine (Aquilegia canadensis), Wild Ginger (Asarum canadense), Wild Sweet William (Phlox divaricata), Eastern Redbud (Cercis canadensis)

Characteristics & Attributes

Hydrologic Designation

•

FACU

Nature Attracting

•

Songbird

Season of Interest

•	Late (July-frost)
•	Mid (May-June)

Soil Moisture

•

Moderate

Special Features

•	Good Berries

Sun Exposure

•	Medium Sun/Average Shade

USFS MO Ecological Map

•	Central Dissected Till Plain
•	Osage Plains
•	Mississippi Aluvial Basin
•	Ozark Highlands

Wildlife Benefit

•	Food/Birds