Amelanchier alnifolia


Serviceberry

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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)

Geographic Range