Robin Hill Serviceberry
Scientific name: Amelanchier arborea x grandiflora ‘Robin Hill’
Serviceberry is a delightful small deciduous tree that matures to a height of 20-25 feet, making it a great choice for both home landscapes and naturalized settings. It features a striking display of white flowers in spring, which cover its branches and create a visually appealing statement. The bark is smooth and gray with a fine texture, adding to its ornamental value.
The ‘Robin Hill’ cultivar is known for its early pale pink buds that transition to white, and it tends to grow in a more upright form, reaching approximately 20 feet tall and 15 feet wide. It prefers full sun or light shade and thrives in moist, well-drained, acidic soil. Hardy in USDA zones 4 or 5, this tree is well-suited for a variety of garden settings.
In addition to its floral beauty, Serviceberry offers attractive foliage that changes from green to bronze in spring, and displays vibrant fall colors ranging from yellow-orange to bright red. Its dark purple, edible berries are a favorite among birds and can be used in pies and baked goods. Historically, Native Americans valued the fruit for its digestive benefits and used the wood for arrow shafts. Blooming also signals the time to manage spongy moths, which lay eggs that can affect the tree.
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