Amelanchier laevis 'Cumulus'

Also called:

Allegheny Serviceberry

Juneberry

Botanical Description

Plant Family:

Rosaceae

Deciduous

Tree, Broadleaf

Oregon Native?

West State Native?

Flower:

White

Blooms from :

Apr

to:

Apr

Small 5-petaled white flowers in drooping clusters

Foliage:

Green

Simple leaves tapered to a sharp point, alternate. Bronzy color when unfolding before flowering

Site Selection

Minimum USDA Hardiness Zone:

Water Needs:

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 Needs

Well drained soils; avoid wet, poorly drained soils. Soil pH 5.5 to 7.0; tolerates higher

Fertilizer Needs:

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

Recommended Mulch:

Wildlife Uses

Attracts Pollinators?

Yes

Attracts Birds?

Yes

Supports Butterflies?

Yes

Wildlife use description:

Edible fruit