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Amelanchier stolonifera

Also Known As

  • Running Serviceberry

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 3'-4'
  • W: 3'-4'

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

Amelanchier stolonifera plant details

Amelanchier stolonifera is a slow-growing broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by black fruit. Attracts bees, birds and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Amelanchier stolonifera

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: rosaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 3 FT - 4 FT - wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: basket weaving, edible, windbreak

GROWING CONDITIONS for Amelanchier stolonifera

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: heat and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

?Sweet & juicy? juneberries may be found on this shrub, noted especially for its low (to 4') slowly spreading habit. S-PSh/M

Gardening facts about Amelanchier stolonifera plant

How to Grow Amelanchier stolonifera

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • bees
    • butterflies
  • Fruit

    • black
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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