Utah Serviceberry (Amelanchier utahensis) is a stunning native shrub that thrives in Utah’s unique climate, making it the perfect addition to any local garden or landscape. This hardy, drought-tolerant plant is well-suited to xeriscaping and low-water gardens, offering both beauty and function year-round. In early spring, the Utah Serviceberry dazzles with its delicate white flowers that bloom in clusters, attracting pollinators like bees and butterflies. By mid-summer, the shrub produces small, sweet, dark purple berries that are not only edible but also a favorite food for local birds, enhancing wildlife diversity in your garden. These berries can be enjoyed fresh, or used in baking, jams, and pies. The green, elliptical leaves turn vibrant shades of yellow and red in the fall, providing striking seasonal color and adding to its year-round visual interest. The Utah Serviceberry’s attractive multi-stemmed form makes an excellent addition to hedges, borders, woodland gardens, or as a specimen plant.
Expected 2025 Availability- Late April
Photo Credit: Jim Morefield
Utah Serviceberry
Irrigation Requirement: Very Low (Water to Establish) or Low (1/2" every 10-14 days)
Mature Size: 10 - 15' tall and 8 - 10' wide
Bloom Colors: White
Bloom Season: April - May
Hardiness Zone: 3 - 6
Light Requirement: Full Sun to Partial Shade
Deer Resistant: No
Salt Tolerant: Yes
Soils: Prefers loam or sand soils. Will tolerate clay if well-drained.
Plants in the Amelanchier genus are host species to 58 known native pollinators in northern Utah. Serviceberry also supplies nectar early in the season for pollinators and berries, nesting sites, cover, and habitat for birds and small animals.