Common Serviceberry

Amenchelior arborea

One of the first trees to bloom in spring, Serviceberry brightens the landscape with delicate white flowers before leaves fully emerge. Soft green foliage follows, turning shades of orange and red in fall. Small purple-blue berries ripen in early summer and are edible for people and prized by birds. Its graceful form makes it a standout in any season.

• Dimensions: 15–30 feet tall, 15–20 feet wide
• Water Use: Moderate; appreciates consistent moisture.
• Light Requirement: Full sun to partial shade.
• Soil Moisture: Prefers moist, well-drained, slightly acidic soils.
• Ornamental Use: Ideal as a specimen tree, understory tree or in naturalized plantings.
• Wildlife: Berries provide food for birds and small mammals; supports pollinators and native insects.