Deciduous Shrub – Canadian Serviceberry

Canadian Serviceberry 

Botanical name: amelanchier canadensis 

Beginner friendly?: yes

Average size at maturity: 15-25 ft in height with a 10-20 ft spread 

Hardy zone: zones 4-8 

Growth rate: grows up to 2 ft per year 

Foliage color: green, yellow, orange, red, brown 

Flower color: white 

Bloom time:  spring 

Pruning instructions: prune during dormancy in the late winter/early spring to maintain desired shape and size 

Propagation methods: propagate with cuttings during the fall and winter months 

Landscape use: wildlife garden, focal point, accent tree, screens/borders 

Special features: deer resistant, cold-hardy 

Light needs: 6 hours of sun per day 

Watering instructions: allow the top 1-2 inches of soil to dry out between watering sessions 

Fertilizing instructions : use a slow-release balanced fertilizer once a month throughout the spring, and again at the end of fall 

Best time to plant: spring, fall 

Best type of soil:  clay, loam 

Companion plants: foamflower, wild ginger, allspice, phlox 

Toxicity level: toxic for humans and pets if ingested 

Invasive species: no