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Malacomeles denticulata
Also Known As
- Amelanchier denticulata
- Big Bend Service Berry
- Serviceberry
Plant type
shrub
size
- H: 8'-10'
- W: 5'-7'
planting zones
- 6a-9b
Malacomeles denticulata plant details
Malacomeles denticulata is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by purple and red fruit. Attracts bees and birds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in alkaline, average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Malacomeles denticulata
- Plant type: shrub
- Plant family: rosaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 5 FT - 7 FT - wide, 8 FT - 10 FT - tall
- Flowers: white blooms in spring
- Uses: border plant, fall color
GROWING CONDITIONS for Malacomeles denticulata
- USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: alkaline, average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Big Bend Service Berry can grow 10' tall x 7' wide. Starry white flowers mature to purple-red fruit.
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How to Grow Malacomeles denticulata
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- alkaline
- average
- lean
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
Wildlife
- birds
- bees
Fruit
- red
- purple
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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