.plant-container { font-family: inherit; } .plant-container ul { list-style: none; padding-left: 0; margin-left: 0; } .plant-container li { display: flex; align-items: center; margin-bottom: 8px; line-height: 1.6; padding-left: 0; } .plant-container img { width: 24px; height: auto; margin-right: 10px; vertical-align: middle; flex-shrink: 0; } Shadblow Serviceberry Amelanchier canadensis - Multi Stem Description The Shadblow Serviceberry is a deciduous shrub or small tree known for its attractive multi-stem form, vibrant spring blossoms, and edible berries. It features ovate foliage that turns splendid shades in fall. Ideal for naturalized gardens and scenic landscapes. Suggested Uses Perfect for borders, wild gardens, and wildlife habitats. Used as a focal point, screening plant, or in layered landscape designs to add seasonal interest and attract pollinators. Plant Details Botanical Name: Shadblow Serviceberry Amelanchier canadensis - Multi Stem Common Name: Shadblow Serviceberry Size & Growth: Typically reaches 6-15 ft tall with a multi-stem habit Hardiness Zones: 3-7 Foliage Type: Deciduous Bloom Time: Early to mid-spring Growth Rate: Moderate Light Requirements: Full sun to part shade Attracts Pollinators: Yes Indoor Friendly: No Container Friendly: Yes Deer Resistant: Moderate Pet Warning: Mild toxicity if ingested Fragrant: Yes, fragrant blossoms in spring Cut Flower: Yes Grows Well With: Native wildflowers, ornamental grasses, other shrubs Care Tips Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil, spacing 4-6 ft apart, in early spring or fall Soil Moisture: Keep consistently moist, especially during first growing season Soil Type: Prefers loamy, slightly acidic to neutral soils Humidity: Tolerant of average humidity levels Pruning Instructions: Remove dead or crossing branches after flowering to maintain shape and health Winter Care: Mulch around roots to protect from cold; prune in late winter or early spring Planting Depth: Ensure root ball is level with soil surface Fertilization: Apply balanced fertilizer in early spring Special Care: Minimal; ensure adequate watering during dry periods