Amelanchier alnifolia 'Smokey' Saskatoon, Serviceberry |
| DescriptionCode: 7465 | Family: Rosaceae | Genus: Amelanchier | Plant Type:Shrub | This multi-stemmed deciduous shrub has an upright spreading habit and smooth silver-gray bark. The dark green oval leaves turn bright yellow in the fall. Stunning clusters of white flowers appear before the leaves emerge in early spring. Blue berries are abundant in late spring and are excellent eaten fresh or for making jams and jellies. Self-pollinating. | Blooms: Spring |  | Growth Rate: Moderate | Size Range: 8-12' tall x 8-12' wide |
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Cultural InformationExposure
Sun Part Shade | Soil: Average,Loam,Not particular | Water Use: Low,Moderate | Maintenance: Low | Hardiness Zone: 3,4,5,6,7,8,9 Cold Hardy to -40° to -30°F |
| Features and Benefits Attracts Bees | Attracts Birds | Attracts Butterflies | Attracts Hummingbirds | Culinary Uses | Deer Resistant | Fall/Winter Color | Fragrant | Interesting Fruit,Berries,Seeds or Bark | May Naturalize | Showy Flowers | Winter Bird Feeders | |
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Grown by: Blooming Nursery,Inc & Blooming Junction
3839 SW Golf Course Road, Cornelius, OR 97113 Ph: (503) 357-2904 Fax: (503) 357-2932 Email: sales@bloomingnursery.com