Plant Description
Amelanchier alnifolia
This is an adaptable shrub that can grow to small tree size. It produces an edible fruit that’s quite similar to a blueberry and attractive to wildlife.
A shrub with brown branches, green leaves, and white flowers, against a blue sky.
PLANT CHARACTERISTICS
| Characteristic | Plant Information |
|---|---|
| Height at 20 yrs | 12 ft |
| Mature Height | 30 ft |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Life Span | Perennial |
| Moisture Use | Moderate |
| Drought Tolerance | Moderate |
| Deer Browse | Yes |
| Wildlife Value | Flowers are good for insects, berries are good for birds |
| Timber Value | None |
| Resprout Ability | Potential to resprout after wildfire or cutting |
| Hardiness | USDA Zones 4-7 |
| Flower Color | White |
| Bloom Time | April-July |
| Habitat | Meadows, streamside areas, and open woodlands |
SCIENTIFIC CLASSIFICATION
| Classification | Scientific Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Clade | Tracheophytes |
| Clade | Angiosperms |
| Class | Rosids |
| Order | Rosales |
| Family | Rosaceae |
| Genus | Amelianchier |
| Species | A. alnifolia |
