Serviceberry
Description

| Habitat | sagebrush, dry to moist meadows | ||
| Soil | rocky and well drained – alkaline and clayey | Sun | sun – part shade |
| Annual Precipitation | 12-30 inches | USDA Zones | 2-6 |
| Height | 4-12 ft | Seeds per lb | 82,000 |
Germination Information
90-120 day cool moist stratification or plant outside in fall or 2hr soak in 3% H2O2 followed by 12-18 hr water soak and stratify at 3-5C for 100 days. After 60 days check for germination every 2 weeks rinsing each time. Plant to 1/4 inch deep.
Other Information
berries are edible, also used by deer & elk for winter browse
USDA Plant Guide (pdf)





