Description
Allegheny Serviceberry grows in full sun or partial shade. It’s a rather smallish tree, topping out at about 35ft. It has beautiful white flowers in the spring and berries in early summer.
The purple berries are gobbled up by the birds but if you can beat them to it, they are good raw or in pies.
Penn State Extensions Serviceberry info.
Scientific Name: Amelanchier laevis
Zone: 4-8 Find Your Growing Zone
Mature Height: 20-25 ft
Mature Width: 12-15 ft
Fruit: Purplish – Blue Berries
Flowers: White
Bloom Time: Early Spring
Growth Rate: Medium to Fast
Soil: Moist, well-drained soils.
Drought Tolerance: Moderate once it is established.
Flood Tolerance: Moderate
Sun Requirements: Sun
Fall Color: Orange and Red
Wildlife Value: Great food resource for mammals and many types of birds. Edible for humans as well and makes a wonderful jam.
