![]() I always appreciate any comments you have on this or other varieties you work with. The Autumn Brilliance is the most popular. There are several other cultivars of the Amelanchier such as ‘Cole’s Select’, ‘Cumulus’, ‘Robin Hill’, and even a ‘White’ or ‘Rainbow Pillar’ with a tight multi-stem columnar form. I finally settled on the Autumn Brilliance Serviceberry because it has more than one season of interest I want white flowers, but the orange/red fall color was really what sold me. The one in this photo was planted in a small parking island in downtown Sumner, Washington about 5 years ago, and has performed like an arboretum specimen. Autumn Brilliance Serviceberry - berry issues 4 years ago I searched long and hard to find the perfect multi-stem tree/shrub for our front landscaping. However, out in the open as a street tree, or in the yard or garden where there is good air circulation, I have seen few problems. They are a bit susceptible in certain areas to some of the fungal diseases, such as Rust, Leaf Blight, Fire Blight, and Powdery Mildew, so they perform best in production with some fungicidal treatment. If fact we have seen them sprout in the spring, wilt back from desiccation, then rebound strong with adequate watering. From our experience, they transplant rather easily, but do prefer a sandy loam, well-drained soil for optimum growth. ![]() However, they respond well to corrective pruning and can develop into outstanding specimens of form and character. In both youth and maturity they can become twiggy, with many crossing and rubbing limbs. Serviceberry might reach 20' to 25' both tall and wide at maturity. The name Autumn Brilliance correctly describes the outstanding red fall leaf color, but equally spectacular is the burst of white spring flowers, followed by a small very dark colored edible berry. Does this need a companion for cross pollination If so, will a smaller variety work I have a limited space and am considering Regent as the partner but am open to suggestion. It is very useful and beautiful as both a single leader tree, as well as a large multi-stem shrub. Asked May 25, 2020, 12:26 PM EDT I am planting an Autumn Brilliance Serviceberry and want it to produce fruit for birds. Amelanchier x grandiflora 'Autumn Brilliance'Īnother excellent small tree selection is the ‘Autumn Brilliance’ Serviceberry.
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