Vick, Albert F. W.
Amelanchier canadensis (L.) Medik.
Canadian serviceberry, Canadian service-berry, Shadblow serviceberry, Juneberry
Rosaceae (Rose Family)
Canadian service-berry or shadblow service-berry is a small, understory
tree or large, multi-trunked
shrub usually growing in clumps with many upright branches. Its crown is delicate and open. Long-petaled, white blossoms, opening before leaves emerge, are followed by a small, crimson-colored, edible, apple-like fruit. Enduring fall foliage is orange to rusty-red. The
deciduous plant grows 6-20 ft. high, sometimes taller.
Serviceberries are subject to many disease and insect problems. Damage from these problems is usually cosmetic rather than life threatening. This is an East Coast plant. However, the name is commonly used in the nursery trade and generally refers to
Amelanchier arborea, or possibly some hybrids.
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Plant Characteristics
Duration: Perennial Habit: Tree Leaf: Green
Autumn Foliage: yes
Flower:
Fruit: Red to purple
Size Class: 36-72 ft.
Bloom Information
Bloom Color: White
Bloom Time: Apr , May
Distribution
USA: AL , CT , DE , GA , ME , MD , MA , MS , NH , NJ , NY , NC , PA , RI , SC , TN , VA , WV , DC
Canada: NB ,
NS ,
PE ,
QC Native Distribution: ME to GA, w. to c. NY
Native Habitat: Wood borders; moist, upland woods
USDA Native Status: L48(N), CAN(N) Growing Conditions
Water Use: Medium
Light Requirement: Sun , Part Shade , Shade
Soil Moisture: Wet , Moist
CaCO3 Tolerance: High
Soil Description: Moist, but well-drained, soils.
Conditions Comments: Serviceberries are subject to many disease and insect problems. Damage from these problems is usually cosmetic rather than life threatening.
Benefit
Use Wildlife: An important browse and food plant for birds and other wildlife.
Conspicuous Flowers: yes
Attracts: Birds
Last Update: 2010-05-01
