Amelanchier alnifolia 'Thiessen'
Zone 2
Tree-like shrub with multi-season interest. In the early spring it produces beautiful white flowers followed by extra large, sweet, purple-blue berries beginning in early summer. Berries are great to eat fresh or used in jams, pies and other desserts. Excellent fall colour when the leaves turn vibrant orange-red. Generally self-pollinating however a second plant will increase yields. Easily grown in full sun to partial shade and any well-drained soil. Atrractive to birds. HEIGHT: 450-500 cm SPREAD: 250-300 cm
NOTE: Fruiting shrubs are an easy addition to your perennial border or can be grown in containers.
Grown in a 2 gallon container
Image courtesy of NVK Holdings
