Allegheny Serviceberry

Amelanchier Laevis

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Overview

The Allegheny Serviceberry (Amelanchier laevis) is a deciduous small tree/shrub that frequently achieves heights of 15-25 feet, with a similar spread. Prized for its multi-season interest, it displays delicate white flowers in spring, dark, edible berries in summer, and striking red-orange foliage in autumn. This low-maintenance native prefers well-drained soils and thrives in full sun to partial shade, making it a versatile choice for landscapes.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 4–8Climate Temperate

Allegheny Serviceberry (Amelanchier Laevis) — Prized for its multi-season interest

Allegheny Serviceberry (Amelanchier Laevis) — it displays delicate white flowers in spring

Allegheny Serviceberry (Amelanchier Laevis) — and striking red-orange foliage in autumn

Allegheny Serviceberry (Amelanchier Laevis) — making it a versatile choice for landscapes

Allegheny Serviceberry (Amelanchier Laevis) — This low-maintenance native prefers well-drained soils and thrives in full sun to partial shade

Allegheny Serviceberry (Amelanchier Laevis) — is a highly desirable deciduous shrub or small tree for garden landscapes

Allegheny Serviceberry (Amelanchier Laevis) — although it prefers moist

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 4–8

Shape & size

Mature height: 15–40 Ft.
Mature width: 15–40 Ft.

Classification

Family: Rosaceae
Climate: Temperate

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Allegheny Serviceberry (Amelanchier Laevis) — Prized for its multi-season interest

Allegheny Serviceberry (Amelanchier Laevis) — it displays delicate white flowers in spring

Allegheny Serviceberry (Amelanchier Laevis) — and striking red-orange foliage in autumn

Allegheny Serviceberry (Amelanchier Laevis) — making it a versatile choice for landscapes

Allegheny Serviceberry (Amelanchier Laevis) — This low-maintenance native prefers well-drained soils and thrives in full sun to partial shade

Allegheny Serviceberry (Amelanchier Laevis) — is a highly desirable deciduous shrub or small tree for garden landscapes

Allegheny Serviceberry (Amelanchier Laevis) — although it prefers moist

Allegheny Serviceberry (Amelanchier Laevis) — reaching a mature height of about 15 to 25 feet with a similar spread

Allegheny Serviceberry (Amelanchier Laevis) — well-drained soils with a slightly acidic pH.<br><br>Elegantly poised with an open

Allegheny Serviceberry (Amelanchier Laevis) — Amelanchier laevis blooms profusely in early spring

Allegheny Serviceberry (Amelanchier Laevis) — The five-petaled star-shaped flowers are a soft white hue

Allegheny Serviceberry (Amelanchier Laevis) — and exude a subtle fragrance

Allegheny Serviceberry (Amelanchier Laevis) — typically about 3/4 to 1 inch in diameter

Allegheny Serviceberry (Amelanchier Laevis) — The blossoms provide an early nectar source for pollinators

Allegheny Serviceberry (Amelanchier Laevis) — such as bees and butterflies.<br><br>Following flowering

Allegheny Serviceberry (Amelanchier Laevis) — transitioning in color from red to purplish-black when ripe

Allegheny Serviceberry (Amelanchier Laevis) — oblong leaves of the Allegheny Serviceberry are a lustrous dark green in summer

Allegheny Serviceberry (Amelanchier Laevis) — These are relished by birds and can be used in jellies and pies

Allegheny Serviceberry (Amelanchier Laevis) — turning to striking shades of orange

Allegheny Serviceberry (Amelanchier Laevis) — it requires minimal pruning

Allegheny Serviceberry (Amelanchier Laevis) — primarily for shape or to remove any dead or damaged wood

Allegheny Serviceberry (Amelanchier Laevis) — With a moderate growth rate

Allegheny Serviceberry (Amelanchier Laevis) — white flowers in the garden

Allegheny Serviceberry (Amelanchier Laevis) — shrub / tree with white blooms

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