Amelanchier laevis
Common name: Allegheny Shadblow
A very elegant Juneberry with may similarities to Amelanchier arborea, superficially at least. The white flowers bloom a little later than the other Juneberries and have a fuzzy appearance to them. I prefer the fruit of this plant over its relatives. They are larger, sweeter, and juicier and a suitable substitute for blueberries. The somewhat smaller stature and very nice spring flowers make this a perfect plant for smaller urban yards. You birders out there take note-Â the fruit of this plant brings in all manner of fruit lovers!
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Plant Details
Plant type
Tree, Large Shrub
Soil type
Dry Mesic, Mesic (Not too Wet Not too Dry), Moist Mesic
Light exposure
Full Sun, Partial Sun / Part Shade
Bloom period
Spring
Urban environment
Uncompacted Urban Soils
Habitat
Prairie Grasslands, Savannas
Growth form
Shrubby/Clump
Growth rate
Moderate
Flower color
White
Fall color
Orange Yellow
Size
- Mature height
- 15 Feet
- Mature width
- 15 Feet
- Max height
- 25 Feet
- Max width
- 25 Feet
Additional information
Loved by birds Pollinator hot spot Edible fruit