Amelanchier utahensis

Utah serviceberry

Similar to A. alnifolia, but establishes and persists more easily on drier sites. Provides excellent forage for wildlife and livestock. Fruits sought by birds and small mammals.

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Group Dicot
US Native Native
Life Form Perennial
Plant Type Shrub
Active Growth Period Spring Summer
Bloom Season Late Spring
Mature Height (feet) 15
Flower Color White
Foliage Color Green
Fertility Needs Low
Toxicity None
Fine Soil (adapted) Yes
Medium Soil (adapted) Yes
Coarse Soil (adapted) Yes
Salinity Tolerance None
Shade Tolerance Intermediate
Moisture Requirements Medium
Fire Resistant No
Fire Tolerance High
Seed Period Start Summer
Seed Period End Summer
Seed / lb 25800
Seedling Vigor High
Palatable (browser) High
Palatable (grazer) High