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Amelanchier arborea - Native to Michigan
1-0, 6"-12” seedlings
Also known as juneberries, serviceberries are one of the first plants to bloom in the spring. The fruits are edible and often used in pies and jams. Serviceberries are considered a keystone species because they provide food and shelter for many species of birds, mammals, and pollinating insects. Also serves as a host plant for butterflies and moths.
Moisture: Moderate
Sun: Full sun to partial sun
Mature height: 15'-25'
Growth rate: Medium-- 1'-2' per year
Photo 1 credit: Prairie Moon Nursery
Photo 2 credit: Missouri Botanical Garden
Downy Serviceberry
*Tree Orders are to be picked up Friday, April 25th 10 am - 6 pm or Saturday, April 26th 9 am – 12 pm at the MSU AgBio Research Station - 5401 W. Jennings Road, Lake City, MI 49651. If you have any questions, please give us a call at 231.839.7193 or email us at missaukeecd@gmail.com.