Amelanchier laevis 'Spring Flurry®'

Serviceberry

'JFS-Arb' PP15304

Tips for Homeowners:

Best to remove suckers, crossing branches and any growth that might look unhealthy.  This tree does not like to dry out so keep adequately watered during periods of fruit.

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This hybrid is most noted for its use as a tree only (not as a shrub) due to the 'strong central leader', and thankfully it still maintains all of the ornamental features from its predecessors.

  • Nice, white, fragrant flower clusters
  • Orange fall foliage
  • Purple to blue edible fruit

A small tree that is good for landscapes with limited space and good for growing as a street tree.  Best in eastern and central Kansas.

Height: 25-28 ft
Spread: 15-20 ft
Zone: 4-8
Color: White

Interesting Notes about Serviceberry:

Serviceberry got its name because it grew primarily in the northeast where winters were harsh. When it was too cold to bury the deceased, the burials would have to wait until weather broke.  It was time to perform the burial services when the Serviceberry began to bloom.  Besides being able to withstand harsh winters it is also a highly ornamental tree for the landscape and is available as a multi-stem or single trunk.  They are a 4 season tree that begins in spring with beautiful flowers, followed by edible fruit, in the fall has colorful foliage and has great form in the winter.


Characteristics & Attributes

Attributes:

  • Great Foliage
  • Edible
  • Focal Point
  • Winter Interest
  • Fall Color
  • Naturalizing
  • Mass Planting
  • Attractive fruit
  • Low Maintenance
  • Specimen

Foliage Color:

  • Orange
  • Green

Exposure:

  • Full Sun
  • Partial Sun

Attracts Wildlife:

  • Attracts Songbirds

Habit:

  • Upright

Season of Interest (Flowering):

  • Spring

Season of Interest (Foliage):

  • Fall

Soil Moisture:

  • Average Water
  • Moist, Well-Drained