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Amelanchier arborea

Downy Serviceberry, Downy Juneberry

Tree Characteristics

Leaves:

Deciduous

Height:

5 - 8m

Width:

5 - 7m

Growth Rate:

Slow

Tree Tolerances

Plant Hardiness Zone:

4, 5, 6

Shade Tolerance:

Full Sun Part Shade

pH Tolerance:

Tolerant of acid to slightly alkaline soil (pH 5.0 to 7.5)

Drought Tolerance:

Moderate

Flooding Tolerance:

Low

Salt Spray Tolerance:

Unknown

Soil Salt Tolerance:

Sensitive

Planting site and Native Range

Planting Site:

Naturalization, Parks, Highway, Residential, Wide Median, Restricted Urban Site

Native to Ontario:

Yes

Native to North America:

Yes

Photograph provided by Glen Lumis
Photograph provided by Glen Lumis
Photograph provided by Glen Lumis
Photograph provided by Glen Lumis

Insects and Diseases

No serious or common issues in the urban environment. Occasional pests and diseases include rust, fire blight, powdery mildew, leaf spot, leaf miners and borers.

Management Notes

  • Typically tree form
  • May sucker from trunk base