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Growing Info

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

Stratification: cold stratify for 90 days

Germination: sow seed 1/8" deep , tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed
| sow seed 1/4" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

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

Native to: Alabama, Connecticut, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Labrador, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Brunswick, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Newfoundland, Nova Scotia, Ohio, Ontario, Prince Edward I., Québec, Rhode I., Tennessee, Vermont, Wisconsin

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Amelanchier spicataAmelanchier spicata

Dwarf Serviceberry, Thicket Shadbush

In Stock: 0.509 lb (Total:0.652lb)

Amelanchier spicata

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0.51 lb

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Germination:

91%

Germination test:

Cut (Full Seed)

Purity:

98%

Seeds per lb:

99,209

Quantity:

0.51 lb

Collected in:

Netherlands

Crop year:

2022

Min. hardiness zone:

Item ID:

1832545

Characteristics

Growing Info

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

Stratification: cold stratify for 90 days

Germination: sow seed 1/8" deep , tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed
| sow seed 1/4" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

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

Discover the charm of Amelanchier spicata, commonly known as Dwarf Serviceberry or Thicket Shadbush, an enchanting native shrub in the rose family that has graced gardens for over a century. Likely a hybrid of A. canadensis and A. stolonifera (currently debated), this versatile beauty hails from the eastern United States and Canada, thriving in meadows, forest edges, and fields. Reaching a modest height of 3-5 feet and capable of forming dense thickets, it is perfect for garden borders, hedges, or naturalized areas.

Dwarf Serviceberry dazzles with an early spring display of showy, five-petaled white flowers that precede the rich foliage, followed by fleeting, delicious rosy-purple berries in early summer, eagerly awaited by birds and other wildlife. Come fall, enjoy its bright colors that add essence to your landscape. The shrub is remarkably resilient — drought, deer, salt, and urban environments are no match for its hardiness.

With low-maintenance requirements and a shallow, suckering rhizomatous root system, it's ideal for erosion control and bank stabilization. Whether you're attracting pollinators or simply seeking a touch of early spring beauty, Amelanchier spicata is a standout choice for eco-conscious gardeners. Its edible qualities only add to its list of attributes, making it a garden favorite.