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Saskatoon Berry (Serviceberry)
BerryAmelanchier alnifolia
- Partial sun
- Zones 4–9
- 75 days to maturity
- Fruits
- 72" spacing
- High water
- pH 6–8
Overview
A native North American superfruit that's gaining popularity for its incredible health benefits and sweet, almond-like flavor. These hardy shrubs produce abundant crops of purple-blue berries and offer beautiful spring flowers and stunning fall foliage as bonus features. Perfect for edible landscaping and wildlife-friendly gardens.
Planting
Plant bare-root or containerized plants in spring or fall. Seeds need 3-4 months cold stratification.
Growing
Sun: partial. Water: high. Soil pH: 6–8. Space plants 72" apart. Germination: 30-90 days from seed (requires stratification).
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Birds (primary concern), aphids, tent caterpillars. Common diseases: Fire blight, leaf spot, rust (all uncommon).