serviceberry - Amelanchier spp.
Common Name: serviceberry, juneberry
Scientific Name: Family: Rosaceae Genus: Amelanchier Species: spp. Hardiness Zone: 2 to 8 Height: 3 to 30 ft Width: 3 to 25 ft Description: The serviceberry can either be in shrub or tree form. They are also well adapted to most urban environments. Ph levels and shade tolerance are species dependent. The size and form are also species dependent. They produce a small edible pome that is very tasty, but it is hard to beat the birds to the fruit come harvest time. |