Amelanchier x grandiflora 'Autumn Brilliance'
Autumn Brilliance Serviceberry
More vigorous than most, 'Autumn Brilliance' is the result of a naturally occurring cross between arborea and laevis which is normally grown as a multi-stem tree. Clean white flowers cover the tree in spring and are followed by purple-blue edible fruit. The nice growth habit, heavy flowering, and orange-red to red foliage in the fall make this a popular choice.
Butterflies, bees, and other insects drink nectar from the flowers. Fruits are eaten by songbirds, ruffled grouse, small mammals, and large mammals.
Can be used as a specimen, in groups, or as a screen. Especially nice along the edge of a woodland or creek.
- Multi or single stem tree with colorful fall foliage
- Edible fruit popular with birds
- White flowers in spring
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Amelanchier x grandiflora 'Autumn Brilliance'
Amelanchier prefers moist, acidic, well-drained loams though it will tolerate a range of soil types but not drought. Flowering is best in part sun to part shade but it will grow in deeper shade.