Tree
Serviceberry
Amelanchier arborea
Varieties We Carry
StandardAmelanchier arborea
Sizes & Pricing
3 galFrom$34.95
Fresh this week. Last restocked Mar 11.
LightFull Sun, Part Sun
WaterModerate
Mature size15-25 feet × 15-20 feet
About Serviceberry
Serviceberry (Amelanchier arborea) is a graceful deciduous native tree of eastern North America, flowering in early spring with delicate white blossoms and producing sweet, bird-attracting purple berries in early summer. Technically rated to Zone 9b, it is best suited to the northernmost parts of Northeast Florida where sufficient winter chill is available; provide moist, acidic soil and afternoon shade relief in summer heat. Starting at $34.95.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Spring
- Flower Color
- White
- Growth Rate
- Moderate
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Soil
- Sandy, Loam, Acidic, Well-drained
Best planting months
Recommended forZone 9b · St. Augustine, FL
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Seasonal care
Bloom season. New foliage emerges. Good planting window.
Active growing season.
Foliage may begin to change or drop. Ideal planting window.
Dormant — drops foliage. Can be planted in mild winter periods.
Care essentials
Light
Serviceberry grows best in full sun to partial shade; in Northeast Florida's heat, a site with morning sun and afternoon shade improves summer performance.
Water
Keep soil consistently moist, especially during the first two years while establishing; may lose leaves during drought stress in Florida's dry season. Mulch well to conserve moisture.
Soil & Fertilizer
Prefers moist, well-drained, acidic (pH 5.5–6.5) sandy or loamy soil. Fertilize in early spring with a slow-release acidic fertilizer; avoid over-fertilizing, which promotes weak growth. Native to North Florida's understory; suits the northernmost reaches of Zone 9b best.
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Common questions
Is Serviceberry a good plant for St. Augustine?
Serviceberry is a tree for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, reaching 15-25 feet × 15-20 feet.
Care information verified from
Last reviewed February 2026. Our care guidance comes from trusted horticulture sources and decades of helping St. Augustine gardeners. Conditions here can vary dramatically from one area to the next, so come ask us and we'll tailor it to your yard.