Allegheny serviceberry is a small, native, understory tree with four-season interest. The early white spring flowers, outstanding orange-red fall color, and striking gray bark make it a lovely specimen for any landscape. The edible purplish-black fruit in late summer is attractive to many birds.
This species is native to the Chicago region according to Wilhelm and Rericha’s Flora of the Chicago Region.
- Family (English) Rose
- Family (botanic) Rosaceae
- Planting site City parkway, Residential and parks, Under utility lines, Wide median
- Tree or plant type Tree
- Foliage Deciduous (seasonally loses leaves)
- Native locale Chicago area, Illinois, North America
- Size range Small tree (15-25 feet)
- Mature height 15-25 feet
- Mature width 15-25 feet
- Light exposure Partial sun / shade (4-6 hrs light daily)
- Hardiness zones Zone 4, Zone 5 (Northern Illinois), Zone 6 (City of Chicago), Zone 7, Zone 8
- Soil preference Moist, well-drained soil
- Drought tolerance Moderately sensitive
- Other tolerances Alkaline soil, clay soil
- Season of interest mid spring, late spring, early summer, midsummer, late summer, early fall, mid fall, late fall
- Flower color and fragrance Fragrant, White
- Shape or form Irregular, Multi-stemmed, Narrow, Round
- Growth rate Moderate
- Transplants well No
- Wildlife Birds, Insect pollinators, Mammals
- Has cultivars Yes