Latin Name: Amelanchier alnifolia. Family: Rosaceae (Rose)
USDA hardiness zone: 4
Growth habit: Shrub
Mature size: 13ftx9ft
Native range: Northern Forests
Preferred habitat: Forest edges, hedges, full sun
Pollinators: Bees
Edible parts: Fruit
Uses and functions:
Slow growing shrub, long lived. Tolerant of shade, but will fruit heavily in full sun after 5-10 years. Great for pollinators, berries sweet with a hint of almond flavor, good dried or fresh. Self fertile, though 2+ will increase fruit set.
Latin Name: Amelanchier alnifolia. Family: Rosaceae (Rose)
USDA hardiness zone: 4
Growth habit: Shrub
Mature size: 13ftx9ft
Native range: Northern Forests
Preferred habitat: Forest edges, hedges, full sun
Pollinators: Bees
Edible parts: Fruit
Uses and functions:
Slow growing shrub, long lived. Tolerant of shade, but will fruit heavily in full sun after 5-10 years. Great for pollinators, berries sweet with a hint of almond flavor, good dried or fresh. Self fertile, though 2+ will increase fruit set.
