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Amelanchier laevis
Allegheny Serviceberry
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- » Deer resistant
- » Fragrant
- Category:Tree
- Hardiness Zone:4-8
- Height:15-25 ft
- Spread:15-20 ft
- Bloom Color: White Shades
- Foliage Color: Green Shades
Showy white flowers appear in spring, followed by tasty purple berries that ripen in June. The hairless foliage and purple-tinged new growth add distinction, while its adaptability makes it a great choice for woodland settings, borders, hedges, or as a small shade or street tree.
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Foliage Color
| • | Green |
Attracts Wildlife
| • | Attracts Butterflies |
| • | Attracts Hummingbirds |
| • | Attracts Songbirds |
| • | Supports Bees |
Critter Resistance
| • | Deer Resistant |
Flower Color
| • | White |
Season of Interest (Flowering)
| • | Spring |
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Amelanchier laevis
Thrives in moist, acidic, well-drained soil and adapts to a variety of soil types, but does not tolerate drought. It flowers best in part sun to part shade, though it can also grow well in shadier conditions.