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Martin Saskatoon (Serviceberry) vs Russian White Mulberry

Morus alba tatarica

Amelanchier alnifolia Martin

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Russian White Mulberry
Martin Saskatoon (Serviceberry)

Russian White Mulberry is a cold hardy and adaptable tree. It is a great choice for the impatient gardener as it reaches its mature height in a short period of time and has an attractive, dense, and rounded form.

Odd looking berries are produced among a backdrop of glossy, deep green foliage. The blackberry-esque berries ripen slowly over the season, ranging in color from white, pink, and purple-violet. While the berries are not well regarded for fresh eating, they have made tasty jams and preserves.

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.

Russian White Mulberry Quick Facts

Martin Saskatoon (Serviceberry) Quick Facts

Zone: 4a
Zone: 1a
Height: 9 m (30 ft)
Height: 5 m (16 ft)
Spread: 9 m (30 ft)
Spread: 3 m (10 ft)
Moisture: any
Moisture: normal
Light: partial shade, full sun
Light: partial shade, full sun
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: no
Catkins: no
Catkins: no
Berries: white, tart, nutritious and sweet
Berries: produces large edible berries
Flavor: light sweet taste
Flowers: white
Growth rate: fast
Growth rate: fast
Life span: long
Life span: medium
Maintenance: medium
Suckering: none
Suckering: low




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