Korean Juneberry (Amelanchier asiatica)

Family: Rosaceae | Edibility: Edible (3/5)

Amelanchier asiatica is a deciduous Tree growing to 8 m (26ft) by 10 m (32ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 5 and is not frost tender. It is in flower in May, and the seeds ripen from July to August. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees. The plant is self-fertile. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and can grow in heavy clay soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit, Berries

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

sweet and juicy, contains a few small seeds at the centre and has a hint of apple in the flavour. — Edible fruit, raw or cooked.; Of good quality, the fruit is sweet and juicy, contains a few small seeds at the centre and has a hint of apple in the flavour.; The fruit is rich in iron and copper.; The fruit is up to 15mm in diameter.

Habitat & North American Range

Hilly and mountainous regions. On slopes by streams, mixed forests at elevations of 1000 - 2000 metres. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)