Amelanchier canadensis 'Prince William'

Prince William Serviceberry

A selected form of native serviceberry valued for its strong upright habit, abundant white spring flowers, and reliable fall color. ‘Prince William’ performs well as a small ornamental tree with excellent four-season interest.

Key features



Width: 15–20 ft



Height: 20–25 ft



Flower color: White



Bloom time: Early spring



Fruit: Edible purple-black berries in early summer



Fall color: Yellow to orange-red



Form: Upright, rounded; typically multi-stem



Life cycle: Deciduous small tree / large shrub



Growing conditions



Sun: Full sun to part shade



Soil: Moist, well-drained; adaptable, tolerates clay



Water: Moderate; prefers consistent moisture



Hardiness: USDA Zones 4–9



Landscape use



Specimen or focal tree



Native and woodland gardens



Naturalized edges and buffers



Small landscapes and residential yards



Wildlife and pollinator gardens



Notes



Native selection of eastern North American serviceberry



Fruits are edible (great for fresh eating, baking, and preserves)



Birds are highly attracted to the berries



Generally deer resistant once established

Plant type

Flowering Ornamental Tree

Height

20'

Width

15-20'

Hardiness zones

4–8

Sunlight

Full Sun

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Spring

Flower color

Blue

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Orange, Red

Fruit color

Purple

Soil

Loamy

Landscape use

Accent Plant, Hedge

Shape

Broad Upright, Multi Stem

Fruit

Yes

Deer resistant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No