Amelanchier laevis 'Cumulus'
Allegheny Serviceberry
Juneberry
Plant Family:
Rosaceae
Tree, Broadleaf
Flower:
White
Blooms :
Apr
to:
Apr
Small 5-petaled white flowers in drooping clusters
Botanical Description
Fragrant?
No
Foliage:
Green
Deciduous
Simple leaves tapered to a sharp point, alternate. Bronzy color when unfolding before flowering
Oregon Native?
No
West State Native?
No
Site Selection
Minimum USDA Hardiness Zone:
4
Water Needs:
L
Sun Needs:
Partial Sun
Deer Resistant?
Yes
Firewise?
Yes
Height:
20-25'
Spread:
10-15'
Growth Rate:
Native Habitat:
Thickets, open woods, sheltered slopes, wood margins
Soil:
Well drained soils; avoid wet, poorly drained soils. Soil pH 5.5 to 7.0; tolerates higher
Care Recommendations
Maintenance Level:
Low
Fertilizer:
Not needed in good soils, if compost is added yearly. Otherwise, sprinkle low analysis fertilizer (5-3-4) or such as alfalfa meal, blood meal or fish emulsion in spring
Mulch:
Long Term:
Winter:
Prune late winter or early spring before bud break. During the first 3 years only prune weak or damaged branches, after that, prune more vigorously to control height and shape and to encourage new growth. Then, prune as needed to allow for light and air m
Spring:
Fertilize if soil is poor
Summer:
Fall:
Common Problems
Diseases:
Rust, fire blight, powdery mildew
Insects:
Leaf miners
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