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Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: cold stratify for 90 days or fall sowing

Germination: sow seed 1/8" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Other: fall sowing in mulched beds is preferred to artificial stratification

Native to: Alaska, Alberta, Arizona, British Columbia, California, Idaho, Iowa, Manitoba, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oregon, Saskatchewan, South Dakota, Utah, Washington, Wyoming, Yukon

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Introduced

Amelanchier alnifoliaAmelanchier alnifolia

Pacific Serviceberry, Saskatoon Berry, Western Serviceberry

In Stock: 5.2 lb (Total:5.2lb)

Amelanchier alnifolia

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5.2 lb WA

Details

Germination:

91%

Germination test:

Cut (Full Seed)

Purity:

99%

Seeds per lb:

64,647

Quantity:

5.2 lb

Collected in:

Washington

Crop year:

2026

Min. hardiness zone:

Item ID:

1837834

Characteristics

Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: cold stratify for 90 days or fall sowing

Germination: sow seed 1/8" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Other: fall sowing in mulched beds is preferred to artificial stratification

Native

Introduced

Discover the charm and versatility of Amelanchier alnifolia, commonly known as Saskatoon Berry or Western Serviceberry. Native to North America's vast landscapes, this deciduous shrub or small tree is a member of the rose family, celebrated for its clusters of fragrant white flowers and juicy, sweet, blueberry-like fruits. Reaching heights of 3 to 26 feet, Amelanchier alnifolia thrives in diverse habitats, from sea level to high alpine regions.

Renowned for more than its beauty, Saskatoon Berry is prized in culinary arts for its nutty sweetness, often used in pies, jams, and traditional pemmican. Its nutritional profile is similar to blueberries, featuring high fiber, iron, manganese, riboflavin, and biotin. These berries have also captured a cultural niche, lending their name to the city of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.

Ecologically vital, this shrub supports local wildlife, offering nourishment to birds, squirrels, and bears. Its striking adaptability allows it to flourish in well-drained soils, requiring minimal care in its natural habitat, while its colorful autumn foliage adds seasonal interest to gardens.

Invite the elegance of Saskatoon Berry into your garden or culinary adventures and enjoy the enduring legacy of a plant interwoven with North American culture and ecology.