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Amur Maackia vs Martin Saskatoon (Serviceberry)

Maackia amurensis

Amelanchier alnifolia Martin

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Amur Maackia
Martin Saskatoon (Serviceberry)

Amur Maackia is a robust and pretty tree often used for urban decoration and landscaping. This tree has coppery peeling bark that can sometimes resemble lace. Its upright clusters of small white flowers usually bloom in midsummer. Amur Maackia's Small size makes it a great choice for small yards or limited space.

Note:This species is currently unavailable. Grow your own using Amur Maackia seeds at SeedTime.ca.

Martin Saskatoon is a prairie hardy shrub. The berries have a large size and a delicious taste. This species has consistent yield, making it great for both orchards and small gardens. The berries ripen uniformly, making them convenient for machine harvesting.

Amur Maackia Quick Facts

Martin Saskatoon (Serviceberry) Quick Facts

Zone: 4a
Zone: 1a
Height: 8 m (25 ft)
Height: 5 m (16 ft)
Spread: 8 m (25 ft)
Spread: 3 m (10 ft)
Moisture: normal, wet
Moisture: normal
Light: partial shade, full sun
Light: partial shade, full sun
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: no
Catkins: no
Catkins: no
Fall colour: brown
Berries: produces large edible berries
Flowers: upright clusters of small white flowers
Bark: shiny copper colour shedding in curls
Growth rate: slow
Growth rate: fast
Life span: long
Life span: medium
Suckering: low
Suckering: low




Other Names: maackia
Other Names: alder-leaf shadbush, dwarf shadbush, pacific serviceberry, pigeon berry, western juneberry, western serviceberry