Amelanchier alnifolia – Saskatoon Serviceberry

Showy and fragrant dense flower clusters appearing in spring attract a wide array of butterflies and birds. Also known as juneberry, western shadbush, or Saskatoon Serviceberry. In fall, foliage is deep burgundy or orange.

Adaptable to most soil types but prefers moist, well-drained acidic to neutral areas; prefers full sun to part shade.

The dense growth of the plants provides shelter for birds, the berries provide food for mammals and birds, including woodpeckers

Fruits can be eaten fresh, dried, or used for baking. Traditionally fruits have had a wide array of uses in food preparation, including in soups, wines, pies and cider.

In medicine, the plant has many uses, the cambium can be used as a disinfectant. Fruit juice has been used to cure stomach ailments, and it is a mild laxative. Eye and eardrops were made from mature berries.