Pacific Serviceberry (Amelanchier alnifolia semiintegrifolia)

Family: Rosaceae | Edibility: Choice Edible (5/5)

Amelanchier alnifolia semiintegrifolia is a deciduous Shrub growing to 3 m (9ft 10in) at a slow rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 2 and is not frost tender. It is in flower in May, and the seeds ripen from June to July. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees. The plant is self-fertile.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit, Berries

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

sweet and succulent fruit, it is soft and juicy with a few small seeds in the centre and has a hint of apple in the flavour. — Edible fruit - raw or cooked.; A sweet and succulent fruit, it is soft and juicy with a few small seeds in the centre and has a hint of apple in the flavour.; A very acceptable fruit that can be eaten in quantity, it matures about 2 - 3 weeks later than most other members of the genus.; Formerly an important food for the N.

Habitat & North American Range

Moist woods and open places. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)