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Western serviceberry

This is typically an erect shrub, 3-18 ft. tall. In rich soils, a single trunk may develop and attain 30 ft. in height. Compact clusters of fragrant, white flowers emerge just before small, light-green, oval leaves appear. The small, sweet, blue berries ripen by early summer. Fall color is orange to red and takes place for long periods. Description from wildflower.org

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Western serviceberry

Western serviceberry fast facts

Scientific Name

Amelanchier alnifolia

Family

Rosaceae

Garden Type

Rain Garden Appropriate, Anywhere

Wildlife

Birds, Butterflies, Hummingbirds

Native Plant Region

Western WA, PNW, North America

Light needs

Filtered, Full Sun

Water Needs

Medium

Plant Type

Deciduous, Flowering, Perennial, Shrub

Bloom Color(s)

White

Height

10 + feet

Width

5 – 10 feet

Months in Bloom

April, May, June, July

Safe Beneath Power Lines?

Yes
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