Species apple serviceberry
white flower on the light brown stem. A brown branch can also be seen in the background.

apple serviceberry

Amelanchier grandiflora 'Autumn Brilliance'

Apple serviceberry (Amelanchier grandiflora 'Autumn Brilliance') is an amazing choice for gardeners. This hardy, medium-sized deciduous tree looks beautiful throughout the year with clusters of white flowers in the spring, dark green glossy foliage in the summer, and a spectacular show of orange-reddish fall foliage. The tree produces edible red-purple berries that are highly attractive to birds. It is an excellent choice for small gardens and yards, since it is low maintenance and drought tolerant. This showstopper of a tree is the perfect way to add seasonal color, attract wildlife, and bring beauty to any outdoor space.

Cycle:

Perennial

Watering:

Frequent

Propagation:

Grafting Propagation,Layering Propagation,Cutting,Seed Propagation,Tissue Culture

Hardiness Zone:

4 - 9

Flowers:

White Flowers In Spring

Sun:

full sun,part shade

Fruits:

blue,purple Fruits Ready In Fall

Edible:

Yes

Leaf:

Yes

Growth Rate:

High

Maintenance:

Low

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Care Level:

Moderate

watering

Apple serviceberry (Amelanchier grandiflora 'Autumn Brilliance') should be watered deeply multiple times a week during its establishment period and during periods of drought. Needed watering volume shall be based on its pot, soak it until you see the water draining. Once the plant is established, water it deeply twice a week. During periods of higher temperatures and prolonged drought, however, you may need to water your apple serviceberry up to 3 times a week.

sunlight

Apple serviceberry plants should receive at least 6 hours of direct sunlight each day for optimum bloom. However, as a versatile species, it is tolerant of a variety of light conditions. Morning sunlight is ideal, to limit damage from intense afternoon sun. For most of the growing season, it should receive full sun from mid-morning to late afternoon. During the hottest summer months, some afternoon shade may be beneficial.

pruning

Apple serviceberry (Amelanchier grandiflora 'Autumn Brilliance') should generally be pruned at least once a year during early to mid-summer during the dormant season. Pruning should be minimal to moderate, removing any broken, dead, or diseased branches/stems, as well as thinning and shaping the canopy of the tree. No more than 1-third of the plant's branches should be pruned at 1 time so as to not stress the plant.

Season

Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Starts Flowering

Apple serviceberry typically starts flowering in April.

Harvest Fruit

The best time to start harvesting the fruits from Amelanchier grandiflora 'Autumn Brilliance' is in July and August.

Hardiness Map