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Iron Baraga Conservation District
Downy Serviceberry Pack of 25
Downy Serviceberry Pack of 25
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- Appearance: It typically grows to 15 to 25 feet, though it can sometimes reach up to 40 feet. The tree has a rounded crown and smooth, gray bark. Its leaves are oval-shaped and finely toothed and change color with the seasons—green in the spring and summer and shades of yellow, orange, or red in the fall.
- Flowers and Fruit: In early spring, before the leaves fully emerge, the Downey Serviceberry produces clusters of white, five-petaled flowers. These flowers are followed by small, round berries that ripen to a dark purple or black. The berries are edible and often compared to blueberries in taste, making them popular with both wildlife and humans.
- Habitat and Growth Conditions: This plant is adaptable to various soil types but prefers well-drained, acidic soils. It is commonly found in forests, streams, and open woodlands. The Downey Serviceberry is hardy in USDA zones 4 through 9.
- Uses: The berries are used in jams, jellies, and pies. The tree is also valued for its ornamental qualities, particularly its early spring flowers and vibrant fall foliage. Additionally, it provides food and habitat for various bird species and pollinators.
- Cultural Significance: The name "serviceberry" is believed to have originated from the Appalachian region, where the tree's blooming signaled that the ground had thawed enough to conduct burial services.



