Apple serviceberry (Amelanchier  × grandiflora 'Autumn Brilliance') am-el-AN-keer ex gran-dih-FLOOR-ah Genus:  Amelanchier

This shrubby tree has leaves that emerge bronze, mature green, and fade to orange and red in autumn. It bears 3-inch-long racemes of white flowers in spring, followed by edible, juicy blue-black fruit.

Care: 

Provide full sun to part shade and moist but well-drained soil. May need to prune to shape if a more tree-like appearance is desired.

Propagation: 

Root greenwood or semi-ripe cuttings in summer.

Problems: 

Fireblight and a variety of fungal leaf spots. Rust and powdery mildew are common.

Overview

Height 15 ft. to 30 ft. Spread 15 ft. to 30 ft. Light Full Sun to Part Shade Moisture Medium Moisture Maintenance Low Characteristics Attracts Song Birds, Showy Fall Foliage, Showy Flowers, Showy Foliage, Showy Fruit Bloom Time Spring Flower Color White Uses Beds and Borders, Specimen Plant/Focal Point Style Woodland Garden Seasonal Interest Spring Interest Type Trees