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Saskatoon Serviceberry
Amelanchier alnifolia
In the United States:
Native
· also called Serviceberry, Juneberry, Western serviceberry
Honeybees visit the small white flowers mainly for pollen, providing an early-season protein source for brood rearing, though nectar rewards are limited. Bloom peaks in late spring in temperate climates, coinciding with the start of foraging activity. The shrub can sucker vigorously and may require pruning to control spread and shape.
| Nectar | low |
|---|---|
| Pollen | medium |
| Bloom (US) | April–June |
| Type | Perennial |
| Sun | partial |