Serviceberry (Amelanchier sp.), Nebraska Forest Service

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Date of this Version

2005

Comments

Issued by Nebraska Forest Service. Copyright 2005, University of Nebraska.

Abstract

Serviceberry (Amelanchier sp.), is a small forest tree that gives the promise of spring. It is one of the first to bloom with delicate white flowers. There are many varieties of serviceberry including Allegheny serviceberry (Amelanchier laevis), Autumn Brilliance Apple serviceberry (Amelanchier x grandiflora 'Autumn Brilliance'), Downy serviceberry (Amelanchier arborea), and Saskatoon serviceberry (Amelanchier alnifolia). There are others but these seem to be the most popular in the Nebraska/Iowa area.