Saskatoon Serviceberry Plants
Saskatoon Serviceberry Plants
Known by many names depending on the region, the Saskatoon berry, or Serviceberry, plant is a cold hardy, deciduous shrub with clusters of delicate white flowers in early spring, resembling apple blossoms, followed by flavourful purple-blue fruit in late June, resembling blueberries in appearance.
The fruit have a sweet, slightly nutty flavour with hints of almond. Serviceberries are packed with antioxidants, vitamins, minerals and fibre. The fruits are enjoyed both fresh and cooked, and make excellent jams and pies.
Common names: Saskatoon Berry, Serviceberry, Pacific Serviceberry, Saskatoon Serviceberry, Juneberry, Shadebush, Maycherry, Shadeblossom, Pigeonberry, Pembina Plum, Sugar Pear, Indian Pear, Lance Wood, Bill Berry, Canadian Medlar and Rocky Mountain Blueberry.
Edible: Berries
Harvest timing: Late June - July
Scientific name: Amelanchier alnifolia
Light requirements: Full sun
Full-grown size: 12-16' tall (shorter with pruning)
Hardiness: Zone 2
Pollination: Self-pollinating, but increased yield with cross-pollination.
Wildlife: Attracts pollinators and wildlife.
Origin: Native to North America, including B.C.
Noteworthy: One plant can produce fruit for 30+ years. Very cold hardy.
WE DO NOT SHIP LIVE PLANTS. THEY ARE AVAILABLE FOR PICKUP AT OUR NURSERY IN ERRINGTON, BC.