Allegheny Serviceberry
Allegheny Serviceberry (Amelanchier laevis) is a native North American small tree or large shrub prized for four seasons of interest and sweet, edible fruit. Its berries ripen in early summer to a deep purple-black, with a flavor similar to blueberries with a hint of almond. They are excellent fresh, in pies and jams, and are loved by birds.
In early spring it is covered in drooping clusters of white flowers just as the bronze-purple new leaves emerge. In fall the foliage turns brilliant orange to red, and the smooth gray bark adds winter interest. Mature size is typically 15 to 25 feet, often grown as a multi-stem tree. It tolerates a range of soils and does well in full sun to part shade. Hardy in USDA zones 4 to 8.
What you get: One Allegheny serviceberry plant in a 1 gallon pot.
Plant Details
Quick Facts
- Botanical
- Amelanchier laevis
- Type
- Native small tree
- Fruit Color
- Purple-black (blueberry-like)
- Fruit Taste
- Sweet, almond-like
- Thorns
- Thornless
Growing Conditions
- USDA Zones
- 4-8
- Sun Needs
- Full sun to part shade
- Soil pH
- 6.0-7.5
- Spacing
- 15-20 ft
- Mature Height
- 15-25 ft
Pollination & Care
- Self-Fertile
- Yes (better w/2)
- Pollination
- Self-fertile but yield is significantly higher with a second cultivar.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Data Confidence
- High
Harvest
- Season
- June - July
Growing Zones: 4–8
Hardy down to zone 4 (-30 to -20°F)
Match the shaded zones above to find your growing region. Source: USDA 2023 Plant Hardiness Zone Map.
How we ship
Most orders go out via UPS with a 2-3 day transit time to most of the continental U.S. Plants are shipped dormant in late winter / early spring, packed wet to protect the root systems, and bundled by variety so they're ready to plant on arrival.
Hawaii & Alaska orders
For HI and AK addresses we ship via USPS. The other major carriers either don't service these areas for live plants or charge prohibitive rates that would more than double the cost of your order. USPS gives us a reliable, affordable path to get plants to you in good condition.
Want UPS or FedEx anyway?
If you're in HI or AK and want to use UPS or FedEx and cover the upgraded shipping cost, reach out to us immediately after placing your order with your order number. We'll send you the available options and a quote, and you can pick what works for you.
Region overview
Continental U.S.
UPS Ground, 2-3 day transit. Free shipping on orders $100+.
Hawaii & Alaska
USPS Priority Mail. Reach out post-order if you want a UPS/FedEx upgrade quote.
Arrive-alive guarantee
Every order is backed by our 30-day arrive-alive guarantee. If a plant doesn't make it through transit, we'll replace it. Just send us a photo within 30 days of delivery.
Questions?
Call or text us at (720) 630-3715, or email support@fruitbushes.com. We answer within one business day.
