Robin Hill Serviceberry - Single Trunk

A superior selection of hybrid serviceberry that delivers exceptional four-season beauty to the landscape. This versatile small tree also know as the Downy Serviceberry, amelanchier arborea, has outstanding adaptability and year-round interest.

'Robin Hill' distinguishes itself with distinctive shell-pink flower buds that emerge in early spring, opening to soft pale pink blossoms that gradually fade to pure white. The profuse flower display creates a cloud-like effect before the leaves fully emerge, providing one of the earliest and most welcome signs of spring in the garden. The blooms are followed by sweet, edible berries that ripen to a purplish-blue-black in early to midsummer, and it is sometimes called the Juneberry for this reason. These fruits are similar in size and taste to blueberries. Travis thinks they are like a blue berry with a small sunflower kernel inside. He loves them in his morning breakfasts cereal, smoothies, baked in pancakes and by the handful. Unlike blueberries, they are far less demanding about soil pH. They're prized by songbirds including robins, cardinals, and goldfinches. If you can harvest them before the birds do, the berries are delicious fresh or in pies, preserves, and pancakes.

The foliage provides continuous seasonal interest, emerging in spring with attractive bronze tones before maturing to clean, dark green through summer. Fall brings a spectacular transformation as leaves turn brilliant shades of orange and red. Even in winter, the smooth gray bark and graceful branching structure add architectural interest to the landscape. 'Robin Hill' develops into an upright oval form, reaching 20-30 feet tall with a spread of 12-15 feet, making it an ideal size for residential landscapes, foundation plantings, or use as a specimen tree.

This serviceberry is remarkably adaptable and low-maintenance, tolerating a range of soil types including clay and sandy soils. It's naturally deer resistant and shows good resistance to common pests and diseases. The tree provides valuable habitat for wildlife, serving as a host plant for numerous native butterfly and moth species while supporting pollinators with early-season nectar. Serviceberries have deep roots in North American ecology, with at least one native species occurring in every continental U.S. state and Canadian province.

For best performance, plant 'Robin Hill' in full sun to partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. While adaptable, it prefers slightly acidic conditions and benefits from consistent moisture, especially during establishment. Bloom quality in particular will be enhanced with consistent moisture during the spring. This tree works beautifully as a specimen, in woodland gardens, along property edges, or planted near decks and patios where you can enjoy the spring flowers and observe visiting birds. It also makes a good street tree for municipal and neighborhood plantings. Be the star of your neighborhood HOA with a native the supports wildlife and pollinators.

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