Amelanchier alnifolia (Saskatoon Serviceberry) Native Shrubs The bark on younger trees

The bark on younger trees is dark brown to black

Bloom Time: Early summer

It occurs from Oregon throughout California

Bloom Time: spring to early summer

Nootka rose fruits (rose hips) are edible raw or cooked and are full of vitamins

Amelanchier alnifolia (Saskatoon Serviceberry) Native Shrubs The bark on younger treesPlant Description: A small tree shrub with deep green foliage and striking white flowers in April and May. Its growth form is typically multi stemmed, forming dense thickets that slowly spread by rhizomes or rooting branch ends. It is also known to resemble a small single or multi stemmed tree with smooth brown bark. It finishes with great fall color, with leaves turning red, orange or yellow. This plant has both edible and medicinal properties. The 1