Saskatoon Serviceberry 'Standing Ovation' (Amelanchier alnifolia) is a wonderful, columnar shrub or small tree option for native landscaping. In early spring it is covered in clouds of fragrant white blossoms that feed pollinators, followed by deep purple‑blue berries in early summer that are sweet and attractive to both wildlife and people. Its dark green, round leaves shift to radiant yellow, orange, and red in autumn, while its upright, narrow form (reaching about 12‑15 ft tall and 3‑4 ft wide) provides vertical structure without consuming much space. Use 'Standing Ovation' as a structural focal point in garden beds and borders or in hedges or privacy screens.
Saskatoon Serviceberry 'Standing Ovation'
Irrigation Requirement: Moderate (1/2" every 7-10 days)
Mature Size: 15' tall and 3-4' wide
Spacing: 4 - 6' apart
Bloom Colors: White
Bloom Season: April - May
Hardiness Zone: 2 - 8
Light Requirement: Full Sun
Deer Resistant: No
Salt Tolerant: Unknown
Soils: Adaptable to well-drained sand, loam, or clay soils.
Plants in the Amelanchier genus are host species to 58 known native pollinators in northern Utah. Serviceberry also supplies nectar early in the season for pollinators and berries, nesting sites, cover, and habitat for birds and small animals.

