27. Amelanchier arborea

Common name(s): Downy Serviceberry, Shadberry, Shadblow Serviceberry

Plant type: deciduous small tree
Primary method of propagation: seed

Propagation by Seed

Time of year to collect seed: summer
Time of year to sow seed: summer
Seed treatment : scarification and stratificati
Preferred temperature for germination : 70-85 degrees F
Comment: Sow seeds soon after collection. Keep beds mulched until germination begins the following spring. Sow 1/4 inch deep.