Snowy Mespilus (Amelanchier ovalis)

Family: Rosaceae | Edibility: Edible (2/5)

Bloom Color: White. Main Bloom Time: Early spring, Late spring, Mid spring. Form: Upright or erect.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit, Berries

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

rich in iron and copper. — Edible fruit - raw or cooked.; Not very palatable, but it can be used for preserves etc.; The fruit is rich in iron and copper.

Habitat & North American Range

Rocky places and stony woods, mainly on limestone. (Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7)