Autumn Brilliance Serviceberry
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Plant Information | |
Common Name | Autumn Brilliance Serviceberry |
Botanical Name | Amelanchier x grandiflora Autumn Brilliance |
Description | |
Plant Type | Ornamental |
Mature Height | 20 to 25 ft |
Mature Width | 15 to 20 ft |
Growth Habit | Rounded |
Bloom Color | White |
Bloom Interest | Showy,Fragrant |
Bloom Period | April |
Seasonal Interest | Spring, Summer, Fall |
Foliage Color | Blue-green |
Foliage Type | Simple |
Fall Color | Red-Orange |
Attributes | Decorative Fruit |
Attracts Butterflies | Yes |
Attracts Birds | No |
Care | |
Sun Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Shade |
USDA Hardiness Zone | 3 to 8 |
Zoned for KC Region | Yes |
Water Preference | Moist,well-drained |
Maintenance Level | Moderate |
Cost | Moderate |
Watering Notes | Water deeply if rainfall is less than 1" per week especially for the first 3 years after planting. After roots are established, water deeply in extreme weather situations. |
Fertilize Notes | According to Missouri Department of Conservation, trees seldom need to be fertilized even when planting. But it may be used to increase growth rates. If the tree is weak or distressed, fertilizer should only be applied sparingly. |
Prune Notes | Prune in the winter to avoid cutting new growth which will flower and fruit. Encourage new growth by removing any wood that is older than 4 years. |