Serviceberry Amelanchier canadensis Spring Glory = 'Sprizam'

Water

The Serviceberry 'Spring Glory' requires regular watering to establish a deep, extensive root system; once established, it is more drought tolerant. In the first growing season, ensure consistent moisture by watering deeply once a week, providing about 1-2 gallons of water per plant. Adjust the frequency during hot, dry periods, potentially increasing to twice a week. During the dormant season, reduce watering but do not allow the soil to become completely dry. It's important not to overwater, as this can lead to root rot.

Light

Serviceberry 'Spring Glory' flourishes in full sun to partial shade. It ideally needs at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily but can tolerate light shade, especially in areas with very hot summers. Placing the plant in a spot where it receives morning sun and afternoon shade can prevent leaf scorch in regions with strong midday sun.

Temperature

Serviceberry 'Spring Glory' is cold hardy and can withstand temperatures down to around -40°F, while its upper tolerance lies near 90°F. The ideal growing temperatures for this plant range between 60°F and 75°F. It thrives in temperate climates and can adapt to the varying conditions of USDA hardiness zones 4 through 9.

Pruning

Prune the Serviceberry 'Spring Glory' to maintain its shape and overall health, removing dead or diseased branches, as well as to encourage flowering and fruiting. The best time for pruning is late winter or early spring before new growth begins. Annual pruning keeps the plant vibrant and may also involve thinning out crowded branches to improve air circulation and light penetration.

Cleaning

As needed

Soil

Serviceberry 'Spring Glory' thrives in well-drained, loamy soil enriched with organic matter. It prefers slightly acidic to neutral pH, ideally between 5.5 and 7.0. A mix of garden soil, compost, and peat moss can create an optimal growing medium.

Repotting

Serviceberry 'Spring Glory' is typically a landscape plant and doesn't need repotting. If grown in a container, it should be repotted every 2-3 years or if the growth appears stunted.

Humidity & Misting

Serviceberry 'Spring Glory' tolerates average outdoor humidity levels well and does not require specific humidity adjustments. It grows best in a natural environment without the need for human intervention in its humidity requirements.

Suitable locations

• Indoor

  Grow 'Spring Glory' in bright, indirect light; maintain moist soil.

• Outdoor

  Plant 'Spring Glory' in full sun to partial shade and water regularly.

• Hardiness zone

  Serviceberry 'Spring Glory' fits 4-9 USDA.

Life cycle

Amelanchier canadensis 'Spring Glory', commonly known as Shadbush or Serviceberry, begins its life cycle as a seed that germinates after experiencing a period of winter stratification. It emerges as a seedling in the spring, sending down roots while a stem and leaves develop to begin photosynthesis. Through its juvenile stage, the plant grows by extending its branches and developing a larger root system, eventually reaching maturity after several years. In maturity, the Serviceberry produces attractive white flowers in early spring, followed by small, edible, purple-black fruit in the summer, which are attractive to wildlife. Every year thereafter, the plant will enter a period of dormancy in the winter, shedding its leaves, to then reawaken in the spring for another cycle of flowering and fruiting. As a perennial, this cycle repeats for many years, until the end of the plant’s life span, which can be several decades under ideal conditions.

Propogation

• Propogation time

  Early Spring

• The most popular method of propagating Amelanchier canadensis 'Spring Glory', commonly known as shadbush or serviceberry, is through semi-hardwood cuttings taken during the summer months. Choose healthy, non-flowering stems and make a cutting about 4 to 6 inches (10 to 15 centimeters) long. Strip the leaves from the lower half of the cutting and dip the cut end into a rooting hormone powder to encourage root development. Plant the cutting in a well-draining potting mix, ensuring that at least two nodes are below the surface of the soil. Keep the cutting moist and in a brightly lit, indirect sunlight area until roots have established, which typically takes a few weeks. After the cuttings have developed a strong root system, they can be potted up individually or planted directly into the garden.