Amelanchier alnifolia
Saskatoon
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Saskatoon (Amelanchier alnifolia) - Description
Amelanchier alnifolia, the saskatoon, Pacific serviceberry, western serviceberry, alder-leaf shadbush, dwarf shadbush, chuckley pear, or western juneberry, is a shrub with edible berry-like fruit, native to North America from Alaska across most of western Canada and in the western and north central United States. Historically it was also called "pigeon berry". It grows from sea level in the north of the range, up to 2,600 m (8,530 ft) elevation in California and 3,400 m (11,200 ft) in the Rocky Mountains.
Saskatoon (Amelanchier alnifolia) - Blooming
Flowers in the early spring. Generally, the flowers are white, but may can be striped with pink. Followed by spherical, purple to maroon fruits that are often sweet and attract birds. The fruits are edible and ripen in summer.
Saskatoon (Amelanchier alnifolia) - Growth
Deciduous trees and shrubs, often suckering. Does best in full sun. Some species can reach 65 ft. tall. Grow Amelanchier in a shrub border or edge of a woodland garden. Also makes a nice ornamental plant.
Saskatoon (Amelanchier alnifolia) - Planting
Propagate from the seed. Sow in a seedbed once the seeds ripen. Species hybridize often. Can also propagate from greenwood or semi-ripe cuttings in summer. Remove suckers in winter.
Saskatoon (Amelanchier alnifolia) - Pest
Prone to fungal leaf spots, fire blight, cankers, and dieback. Rust and powdery mildew may occur.
Saskatoon (Amelanchier alnifolia) - Interesting facts
Some plants in the genus Amelanchier are commonly known as Shadbushes.They are named after the shad (a local river herring). According to tradtion Shadbushes bloom in early spring "when the shad run".The fruit are very colorful and are especially attractive to birds.
Saskatoon (Amelanchier alnifolia) - Soil and irrigation
Does best in moist, but well-drained soil that is acidic and fertile. A. asiatica and A. alnifolia bear alkaline soil.
