Autumn Brilliance Serviceberry
Amelanchier x grandiflora 'Autumn Brilliance'
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| $150+ | $24.99 |
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Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
| 4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
| 4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
| 6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
| 1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
| 5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
| #1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
| 5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
| #3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
| #6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
| #7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
Plant Highlights
Autumn Brilliance Serviceberry highlights at a glance!
Specifications
Specifications
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Botanical Name
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Growing Zones
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Mature Height
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Mature Spread
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Sun ExposureFull Sun
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Moisture
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Soil
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Growth RateMedium
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Flower Color
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Fall Color
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Pollinator Friendly
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Pollinator Required
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Fragrant
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Pruning Time
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Bloom PeriodEarly Spring
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Harvest Time
Growing Zones 3-9
Autumn Brilliance Serviceberry Tree - Buy at Nature Hills
With Americans embracing native trees and edible landscaping, gardeners love plants that support wildlife while delivering tasty fruit! The Autumn Brilliance Serviceberry (Amelanchier x grandiflora 'Autumn Brilliance') is a top pick - a shrubby fruit tree with white spring flowers, edible berries, fiery fall color, and smooth gray bark. Even George Washington planted Serviceberries at Mount Vernon!
This hybrid of several Serviceberry species shines year-round with blue-green foliage, fine serrated leaves, and an elegant form that casts light shade. In spring, pollinator-friendly white blooms cover the branches. By summer, the flowers give way to purple, blueberry-like fruit - delicious for pies, jams, and syrups, though you may need to race the birds!
Known as Juneberry, Shadbush, Sugarplum, and Wild-Plum, this native beauty is rich in history. Native Americans and early settlers valued its fruit, and today it remains a wildlife favorite while gracing landscapes nationwide with brilliant fall foliage.
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Key Features
- Native hybrid fruit tree with four seasons of beauty
- White spring flowers loved by butterflies and pollinators
- Edible purple berries in early summer
- Brilliant red-orange fall foliage
- Blue-green foliage and smooth gray bark add year-round interest
- Compact size for smaller yards - 20-25 ft tall, 15-20 ft wide
- Adaptable, versatile, and bird-friendly
Landscaping Uses
This versatile plant can be shaped as a multi-stemmed shrub or trained as a single-stemmed ornamental tree.
Great in:
- Privacy hedges or street trees (tolerates power lines)
- Courtyards or feature trees (fairy lights look magical!)
- Pond edges, woodland borders, or naturalized drifts (20-30 ft apart)
- Backdrops for perennials, Victory Gardens, or permaculture plots
- Companion plantings with Cherry trees for staggered fruit harvests
Care & Maintenance
The Autumn Brilliance Serviceberry thrives in USDA zones 3-9. It is a deciduous small tree/shrub, adaptable to many conditions, yet stunning in every season.
- Planting Time: Best in spring or fall
- Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade (at least 4 hours for fruit & fall color)
- Soil Requirements: Prefers well-drained soil, tolerates many types
- Moisture Needs: Moderate, consistent watering; use the Finger Test - water deeply, especially in year one
- Mulch: Apply a 3-4 inch arborist mulch layer for moisture retention & root insulation
- Fertilization: Add compost at planting; use balanced fertilizer if needed
- Pruning: Prune after flowering (blooms on old wood). Learn about deadheading. Renewal pruning every 3-5 years can rejuvenate growth
- Special Perks: Disease-resistant, bird-attracting, low-maintenance, cold-hardy
Don't forget Nature Hills Root Booster for lifelong root support!
A Brilliant Choice For Your Garden
With its show-stopping flowers, edible berries, and fiery fall color, the Autumn Brilliance Serviceberry is a year-round treasure. Plant it for beauty, wildlife, and history - a true multi-tasker in the garden.
Order your Autumn Brilliance Serviceberry now from Nature Hills Nursery - shipped at the right planting time for your zone!
