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Serviceberry Tree (Amelanchier): Beauty, Hybrids & Diseases

Serviceberry (Amelanchier canadensis, A. × grandiflora) is a graceful deciduous tree/shrub (10–40 ft) in the rose family. Names: shadbush, saskatoon, juneberry, sugarplum. Features: blue-green leaves, spectacular fall color (yellow/orange/red), fragrant white spring flowers, sweet purple-black edible berries (jams, fresh), and bird attraction. Zones 4–8.

Popular Hybrid: 'Autumn Brilliance'

Amelanchier × grandiflora 'Autumn Brilliance' (Apple Serviceberry).
20–25 ft. White April flowers. Edible juneberries. Low maintenance. Moderate water.

Others: 'Princess Diana', 'Forest Prince'.

Common Diseases

Witches' Broom / Black Mildew: Terminal growth proliferation; black fungus on leaf undersides. Avoid chemical controls.
Leaf Blight: Purple leaf spots; drooping foliage.
Fire Blight: Branch tips wither/blacken.
Blossom Wilt: Bark withers, blisters, cracks, gums. Prune out affected wood.

Management

Prune for airflow.
Remove/destroy infected material.
Choose resistant cultivars.
Monitor in spring/early summer.

A four-season treasure: flowers, fruit, foliage, form. Perfect for small yards or naturalistic plantings.

Serviceberry tree fall color

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