Amelanchier alnifolia (Saskatoon Serviceberry) Native Shrubs The berries and leaves of

The berries and leaves of this plant are edible

Bloom Time: spring to early summer

with deeply toothed margins

It occurs from Oregon throughout California

Amelanchier alnifolia (Saskatoon Serviceberry) Native Shrubs The berries and leaves ofPlant Description: A small tree shrub with deep green foliage and striking white flowers in April and May. Its growth form is typically multi stemmed, forming dense thickets that slowly spread by rhizomes or rooting branch ends. It is also known to resemble a small single or multi stemmed tree with smooth brown bark. It finishes with great fall color, with leaves turning red, orange or yellow. This plant has both edible and medicinal properties. The 1