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1810 N. Dupont St. Wilmington, DE 19806 (302) 658 6262 TheDCH.org Shadblow Serviceberry Amelanchier canadensis Description: A spectacular small tree or shrub with interest in every season. Spreading by sucker growths from the base it is multi-stemmed by nature. A great native habitat tree. Mature height: to 20’ Leaves: 2” long, turning yellow & gold with some orange & red in autumn. Clean Summer foliage. Bark: Smooth, light gray. Flowers: Spectacular white flowers about one week later than the Downy Serviceberry, A. arborea, sweet juicy fruit. Habitat: Hardy zones 4 to 9. Prefers moist soil and can be found in the wild near water from Maine to South Carolina. Easily grown in full sun to part shade. Fun Facts: The small, showy red berries attract birds and are safe for human consumption. Also known as Shadbush because fishermen use its blooming as an indicator of when the Shad run.
