Quebec Berry (Amelanchier stolonifera)

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

Amelanchier stolonifera is a deciduous Shrub growing to 1.5 m (5ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 4 and is not frost tender. It is in flower in May, and the seeds ripen in July. 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 with a good flavour that has a hint of apple. — Edible fruit - raw or cooked.; Sweet and juicy with a good flavour that has a hint of apple.; The plant usually yields very well in Britain and the well-flavoured fruit means that it has excellent potential as a commercial crop The fruit is rich in iron and copper.

Habitat & North American Range

Dry acid rocky or sandy open habitats. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)