Cumulus Serviceberry
Amelanchier laevis 'Cumulus'
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Delivery and Shipping
Delivery and Shipping
Shipping
To obtain a more accurate shipment time-frame, simply enter your zip code in the “Find Your Growing Zone” box to the right. Our plants are grown all over the country and lead time on items may be different because of this. Once your order is placed, you will also receive the specific shipment time-frame information as part of your order confirmation. Once an item ships, you will receive shipment notification and tracking numbers, so you can follow along while your plant travels to your doorstep. We use FedEx, UPS, or USPS at our discretion.
Due to winter weather we have put a hold on shipping to the areas shown below in grey. You can still order now and we will ship the plant to you during an appropriate time for your zone.
Standard Shipping Rates
At Nature Hills we handle, package and ship the products you order with the utmost care to ensure healthy delivery. Shipping and handling charges are calculated based on the tables below. Please note that some items include an additional handling surcharge, these will be noted on the item's product page.
| From | To | S&H |
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| $0 | $19.99 | $24.99 |
| $20 | $49.99 | $29.99 |
| $50 | $69.99 | $34.99 |
| $70 | $99.99 | $39.99 |
| $100 | $129.99 | $44.99 |
| $130 | $149.99 | $48.99 |
| $150 | $150+ | Approx 28% |
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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 |
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| 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 |
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| 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 |
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| #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 |
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| #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
Cumulus Serviceberry highlights at a glance!
Specifications
Specifications
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Brand
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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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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, Late Spring
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Harvest Time
Growing Zones 4-8
They don't call this tree Cumulus Serviceberry Tree (Amelanchier laevis 'Cumulus') for nothing! It gets its name from the display of cloud-like, perfectly fluffed flowers that bloom in the early spring and shine endlessly in the sun! Pollinators galore are thrilled to visit this early spring food source! Smaller and more compact in size and shape, these are fantastic space-saving ornamental flowering trees!
In the spring, the white flowers produce flavorful purple blackberries that not only are a delicious afternoon snack for yourself but for the local birds to enjoy as well! Cumulus forms fine-textured, dainty foliage that's light green, but watch out once the frost arrives! In the fall, the beauty doesn't drop off, instead, it intensifies with its radiant fall colors of golden-orange to a deep dark maroon that you will not want to miss!
A straight trunked form with an open airy canopy, this tree is a phenomenal specimen plant and its beauty radiates effortlessly throughout your property making your landscape come to life. Serviceberry Trees are hardy in USDA growing zones 4 through 8, and are very easy to care for, low-maintenance flowering and fruiting ornamentals!
Planting and Application:
You're going to want this tree to be in direct view through your windows so that you don't miss a beat of its gorgeous. Serviceberry Trees are incredible centerpieces to your garden and just the right size for smaller properties, urban courtyards, and even large planters! These are great street trees and even lend those clouds of blooms to privacy rows and property-defining hedges! The blooms offer fantastic nectar and pollen for pollinators and the foliage provides light shade!
Cumulus adds clouds of spring blooms for your pollinators and for your enjoyment! The flowers give way to the dainty foliage and by June, you'll enjoy the clusters of purplish-blue edible round fruit appear! Hence the other common name - Juneberry! With a flavor like a blueberry with a touch of almond, these create delectable jelly and jam, syrup, and baked goods! If you don't eat these berries, then the fruit is a huge boon to songbirds!
- White Bouquet of Petite Spring Flowers
- An Excellent, Compact Form of Serviceberry
- Fall Colors of Golden-Orange into Deep Maroon
- Pollinators, Bird & Wildlife Friendly
- Lovely Specimen, Light Shade & Edible Fruit
#ProPlantTips for Care:
Amelanchier are incredibly low-maintenance and requires very little attention when planted properly. Planting the tree in full sun with well-drained soil will allow your tree to give a long, healthy life where it can grow up to 10 feet tall and 8 feet wide. You'll get more fruit when planted in full sun, however, these trees still flower in a lovely flourish in partial shade.
- Full Sun & Part Shade
- Moderate Moisture
- Best in Well-Drained Soil
- Prune When Dormant & Mulch Well
- Easy to Care For
The Cumulus Serviceberry tree will make you feel like you're on cloud 9 with its immaculate beauty and continuous surprises. Order today and bring a slice of heaven into your landscaping with the help of NatureHills.com!
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall does a Cumulus Serviceberry tree get?
The Cumulus Serviceberry can get a mature height of 20 - 25 feet tall and a mature spread of 10 - 15 feet wide.
How fast does a Cumulus Serviceberry tree grow?
The Cumulus Serviceberry is a medium-growth rate plant and can obtain several inches of growth a year in optimal conditions.
Where should I plant a Serviceberry tree?
Cumulus Serviceberry trees do best in partial to full sun. Plant trees in moderately moist well-drained soil.
Is Cumulus Serviceberry a tree or shrub?
The Cumulus Serviceberry is a multi-stemmed tree that often is shipped with its branches on the lower part of the plant intact and can be kept as a shrub form if you'd desire.
What Shipping Options Do You Offer?
NatureHills.com works closely with our growers and nursery professionals to ensure we ship when it is most appropriate for your area. Our goal is to deliver the hardiest plants by avoiding extreme high and low temperatures. Check out our shipping schedule for more information and to learn our wills and won'ts when it comes to shipping plants. Find your Cumulus Serviceberry for sale here at NatureHills.com!
