Serviceberries require annual pruning to maintain an open canopy. Slow watering your plants helps them to establish strong roots, too. It saves time and takes a lot of the guesswork out of watering. The Treegator is a slow-release watering bag that wraps around the tree trunk.

A general rule of thumb is to apply 10 gallons of water for every inch of trunk diameter when you water.įor easier watering, I recommend grabbing a Treegator ( Amazon link). Wateringīe sure to water the Serviceberry regularly, especially the first year or two after planting. The mulch also helps the soil to retain moisture and suppresses the growth of weeds with can compete with the tree for water and nutrients. Caring for your Serviceberry Tree MulchingĬover the base of the tree and surrounding area with a 3″ layer of mulch to keep the roots cool. Planting it too deep is a common mistake and will often kill a young tree. Make sure you plant the tree so that the rootball is just a tiny bit above ground level. I held the tree steady and tried to keep it level while Tony back-filled the dirt. They also advised me to leave the tree in the burlap planting. Slowly and carefully lower the Autumn Brilliance Serviceberry into the new hole. Tony used a pick ax to dig through my rocky clay soil. The bark is smooth and light gray and looks really lovely throughout the winter when there are no leaves.Īutumn Brilliance is also available as a single stem tree (like mine) or if you are looking for even more winter interest there’s a multi-stemmed variety. Serviceberry’s Standout winter bark and structure Serviceberry in Winter The Autumn Brilliance gets its name for the fiery show it puts on in the fall The fall color is dramatic and outstanding - fire-engine red. But, you will have to fight the birds if you want some of the berries because they absolutely LOVE them, too! Fiery fall foliage of the Autumn Brilliance Serviceberry in the fall In the summer, the Autumn Brilliance® Serviceberry tree produces sweet purplish berries that you can eat! They kind of taste like a mix between an apple and a blueberry. Serviceberry trees have edible summer berries (aka juneberries) Serviceberry in the summer (edible june berries) But, the blooms quickly fade (in 1-2 weeks), and oval shaped leaves emerge coppery-red, becoming rich green throughout the growing season. The serviceberry tree blooms with white flowers in the early spring before it even has leaves on it! The blooms note one of the first signs of spring. Serviceberry blooms in early spring before the foliage appears Serviceberry has beautiful white blooms in early spring before the foliage appears Purchase an Autumn Brilliance Serviceberry online.

Seasons of interest: Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter.

Growth Rate: Moderate 9-10 feet in 5-8 years ( see photos).

Root System: Surface roots are non-invasive and usually not a problem.

Soil: Tolerant of a variety of soil, but prefers well-drained, rich moist soil.

Common Names: Juneberry, Saskatoon, Shadbush, Shadwood, Shadblow, Sugarplum, Wilk-Plum, Chuckley Pear, Serviceberry, Apple Serviceberry, Sarvisberry, Sarvis.

Scientific Name: Amelanchier x grandiflora ‘Autumn Brilliance’.

In winter, an attractive branching habit and silvery-grey, smooth bark truly make this a tree for all seasons.

Autumn Brilliance glows fiery orange-red in autumn, lighting up your landscape. Edible berries (juneberries) taste great and attract birds and wildlife in June. It blooms VERY early (late April) with showy white flowers before the foliage appears. It’s also fairly drought tolerant once established.Īutumn Brilliance truly does have 4-season interest, which is a rarity for such a “small” tree that will fit into almost any yard. It can be purchased as a single-stem or multi-stem variety and is adaptable to most soil types. laevis), Autumn Brilliance serviceberry is an ornamental tree that grows in full-partial sun to about 20-25′ tall and wide. 4 Seasons of the Autumn Brilliance ServiceberryĪ hybrid cross between native serviceberries, downy ( A. From flowers to berries to fiery red to beautiful bark, this tree gives you a lot of bang for the buck. The Autumn Brilliance Serviceberry boasts 4 season interest. So, if you’re considering planting this beauty, keep on reading so I can convince you exactly why you’d be silly to wait another day. From early spring blooms to edible berries in the summer to fiery red fall foliage to branches that catch falling snow, the Autumn Brilliance® Serviceberry is truly a tree for all seasons.Īnd if this multi-season interest isn’t enough, it’s also native to a good portion of the eastern US and southeast Canada! Topping out at 25′ high, this tree is petite enough to fit into any small garden and comes in a single and multi-stem variety! It’s not hard to see why I love this tree as much as I do.

Serviceberry autumn brilliance