Amelanchier alnifolia

Saskatoon Serviceberry

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Deciduous shrub or small tree native to North America, prized for edible berries and spring blooms. Hardy and versatile.
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Plant Details

Common Name Saskatoon Serviceberry
Family Rosaceae
Genus Amelanchier
Species Alnifolia
Origin North America
Blooming Spring white flowers, followed by purple edible berries
Leaf Color Emerald green turning orange/red in autumn
Sunlight Shade / Half-shade
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly check Yes
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-drained loamy soil, tolerates various pH levels including clay and sand

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Watering

Moderate during establishment, drought tolerant once mature. Reduce significantly in winter dormancy.

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Sunlight & Care

Full sun required for maximum fruiting; partial shade acceptable in hot climates

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Fertilization

Apply balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring before blooming stops growth

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Pruning

Prune after flowering to maintain shape; remove dead wood and suckers as needed

Pest Control Aphid Japanese Beetle Scale Insect

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 2 months
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agriculture Harvesting Period 3 months
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eco Leaf Persistence 9 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
-40° – 95°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
20% – 80%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
2000 – 50000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
10 – 45
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
10% – 70%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1500
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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