Saskatoon Serviceberry Plant – Amelanchier alnifolia Live Dormant Plant | Edible Native Berry Shrub | Self-Pollinating Fruit Plant | Zones 4–7
Grow delicious native berries with this live dormant Saskatoon Serviceberry plant, carefully packaged and ready for planting. Amelanchier alnifolia is a hardy edible shrub or small tree prized for its sweet bluish-purple berries with a unique almond-like flavor. Popular for fresh eating, pies, jams, juice, wine, cider, drying, and trail mixes, Saskatoon berries are rich in antioxidants, fiber, and nutrients. In spring, the plant produces attractive white blossoms that attract pollinators, followed by abundant edible berries loved by both people and songbirds. This thornless, self-pollinating native fruit plant is easy to grow and makes an excellent addition to edible landscapes, wildlife gardens, and backyard orchards. You will receive one healthy dormant rooted plant similar in size and condition to the ones shown in the listing photos.
You will receive:
✔️ 1 live dormant Saskatoon Serviceberry plant
✔️ Healthy, rooted edible shrub/tree
✔️ Self-pollinating berry variety
✔️ Thornless native fruit plant
✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival
🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Saskatoon Serviceberry
Botanical Name: Amelanchier alnifolia
Plant Type: Deciduous fruiting shrub/tree
Growth Stage: Dormant rooted plant
Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Well-draining fertile soil
Watering: Moderate; water regularly during establishment
Mature Height: 10–15 feet
Growth Rate: Moderate
USDA Zones: 4–7
Chill Hours: Approximately 1,000 hours below 45°F
Harvest Season: Early summer
Pollination: Self-pollinating
Container Friendly: Yes, while young
💡 Care Tip: Plant in full sun for the best berry production and sweetest fruit. Mulching around the base helps retain moisture and protect roots during temperature changes.