Amelanchier x grandiflora
Serviceberry, Apple
Amelanchier x grandiflora "Autumn Brilliance"
Category: deciduous tree Size: small
Mature Size: 15-25' x 15-25'
Zone: 1 - 6 * Growth Rate: slow
Foliage: medium truning orange to red in fall.
Elevation (if known):
Water: Low to medium. Tolerates some drought
Soil : Adapts to wide range of soils
Sun: Full to part shade.
Comments: * Denver says zone 4; edible fruits. Suckers less than canadensis or laevis. Spectacular white flowers.
Warnings: May need to prune for single stem.
Alamosa Tree Board Recommended? no
Street Tree? yes Street Tree Conditions: Well-adapted for planting along residential streets where there is plenty of soil space beneath ower lines.
CO/NM native? no Native to: Hybrid
Known Locations:
Information Sources: Sunset Western Garden Book; S Group of State Foresters