Saskatoon berry
Saskatoon berry: Sowing, planting and harvest calendar
Serviceberry belongs to the genus Amelanchier in the rose family, Rosaceae. The name covers several deciduous shrubs and small trees, many native to North America. Garden forms differ in shape, height and fruit. Saskatoon refers particularly to Amelanchier alnifolia, a species valued for fruit production. Other serviceberries are better known as ornamental plants, while also producing edible fruit.The lightly branched canopy gives the plant an elegant presence without necessarily forming a dense screen. Depending on the species and variety, it may grow with several stems or develop the outline of a small tree. Some selections remain compact, while others become considerably larger. This range offers possibilities for gardens of different sizes and for many types of planting, from a mixed shrub border to a more open position where the branches can be seen clearly.In spring, clusters of white flowers mark the start of the season. Their slender petals create a…
