The Autumn Brilliance Apple Serviceberry is a deciduous shrub or small tree that's known for its beautiful white flowers that bloom in early spring, its edible berries that ripen in early summer, and its vibrant red-orange fall foliage. The berries are a favorite among birds and can also be used to make jams and pies.
This plant is quite adaptable and can grow in a variety of conditions, but it prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It's also tolerant of urban pollution, making it a good choice for city gardens.
The Autumn Brilliance Apple Serviceberry can grow up to 15-25 feet tall and wide, so it's a good idea to give it plenty of space to grow. It can be used as a specimen plant, in a mixed border, or as part of a wildlife garden.
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Origins: |
Natural hybrid of A. arborea and A. laevis |
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Height: |
15' - 25' |
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Spread: |
15' - 25' |
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Spacing: |
20' |
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USDA Hardiness Zone: |
4 - 9 |
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Bloom Color: |
White |
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MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low maintenance. Rust, leaf spot, fire blight, powdery mildew, and canker are occasional disease problems.
LANDSCAPE USES: Group Plantings or Specimen Tree, Naturalized Areas, Wildlife Gardens, Woodland Gardens, and Shade Tree.
COMPANION PLANTS: Oakleaf Hydrangea, Dogwood, Joseph's Coat
IMAGES: Photo by David J. Stang, Amelanchier x grandiflora Autumn Brilliance 7zz, CC BY-SA 4.0, (2) Photo by CR1010, Amelanchier x grandiflora 'Autumn Brilliance', (3) Photo by David J. Stang, Amelanchier x grandiflora Autumn Brilliance 12zz, CC BY-SA 4.0, (4) Photo by David J. Stang, Amelanchier x grandiflora Autumn Brilliance 9zz, CC BY-SA 4.0, (5) Photo by David J. Stang, Amelanchier x grandiflora Autumn Brilliance 13zz, CC BY-SA 4.0
*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.
