Roundleaf Serviceberry typically starts flowering in April.
Roundleaf Serviceberry
Amelanchier sanguinea
Also Known As - Roundleaf Shadbush,Red Twig ServiceberryRoundleaf Serviceberry (Amelanchier sanguinea) is an deciduous shrub that grows in the Eastern United States and parts of Canada. It has long, arching branches and glossy dark green leaves. Its white flowers appear in early spring and are followed by dark blue-purple fruits which are edible. In the fall, the leaves turn a stunning yellow color. It can reach up to 4 m in height and is an excellent choice for a hedge or garden border. It is a valuable source of food and shelter for wildlife, and its fruit is enjoyed by many birds and other animals.
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Cutting,Grafting Propagation,Layering Propagation,Seed Propagation,Tissue Culture
Hardiness Zone:
4
Flowers:
White/Cream Flowers In Spring
Sun:
Partial Shade, Shade
Soil:
Clay, Loam
Fruits:
purple,black Fruits Ready In Fall
Edible:
Yes
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green,red,yellow,orange
Growth Rate:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Moderate
watering
Roundleaf Serviceberry should be watered deeply and slowly once a week. Allow the soil to dry out between waterings. The soil should remain consistently damp but never soggy. This plant does best when watered in the morning, giving it a chance to take up the water before the heat of the day. A general rule of thumb is to water until you see it draining from the bottom of the pot.
sunlight
Roundleaf Serviceberry (Amelanchier sanguinea) is a deciduous shrub that grows best in full sun to partial shade, meaning it needs at least 6 hours of direct sunlight each day. The ideal time of day for Roundleaf Serviceberry to receive direct sunlight would be between 10am and 2pm, when the sunlight is the strongest and brightest. This plant species may also benefit from dappled sunlight throughout the day in addition to the 6 hours of direct sunlight, as long as the temperatures are not too hot. Too much direct sunlight during peak heat times of the day may cause scorching and leaf burn to the foliage. For optimum growth, Roundleaf Serviceberry should receive at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily.
pruning
Roundleaf Serviceberry should be pruned in late winter or early spring while the plant is still dormant. During pruning, look to remove any dead, diseased, or weak branches, as well as any crossed or rubbing branches. Branches growing too close to the center of the tree should also be cut and the tree should be thinned to slightly open up the canopy. Pruning should be kept minimal, aiming for no more than about 20% of total branch volume to be removed.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Starts Flowering
Harvest Fruit
The harvesting season for Amelanchier sanguinea typically begins in late June and continues through August.
