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Amelanchier alnifolia
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Serviceberry, Saskatoon Amelanchier alnifolia Category: deciduous shrub Size: Mature Size: 6 - 12 ' by 6 - 12' Zone: To zone 4 Growth Rate: Foliage: Elevation (if known): To 10,000' Water: Adaptable to dry soils. Avoid freqeunt light watering. Soil : Well drained. Tolerates dry, alkaline Rocky Mtn soil. They benefit from applications of organic matter. Sun: Sun to Filtered Shade Comments: Edible fruit late summer. Warnings: Alamosa Tree Board Recommended? no Street Tree? no Street Tree Conditions: CO/NM native? no Native to: Serviceberryies are native to Colorado Known Locations: Loser garden, 507 Pikes Peak; ASC near science building Information Sources: Rky Mtn Gardener's Guide; Little Valley Whole Sales Nursery |