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Juneberry

Amelanchier canadensis

Last reviewed: June 2026

Juneberry (Amelanchier canadensis)
Photo: Borealis55 / Wikimedia Commons (Public domain)

Light

part sun

Water

medium

Size

96"–240" H × 60"–180" W

Bloom

Apr, May

Native to

AL, CT, DE, GA and 13 more states

Pollinators

bees, butterflies

Juneberry is a multi-stemmed native shrub that produces clusters of white flowers in early spring followed by edible purple berries in summer. This attractive plant offers four-season interest with spring blooms, summer fruit, fall color, and an elegant winter silhouette.

In an HOA neighborhood

Juneberry is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 4 out of 5.

Works well in: front yard, foundation, street edge, mid zone.

Wildlife value

The spring flowers attract bees and butterflies, while the summer berries feed over 40 bird species including cardinals, robins, and cedar waxwings. The dense branching also provides nesting sites for songbirds.

Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.

Does Juneberry fit your yard? Open it in Pollinator Patch to check it against your sun, soil, and HOA-conscious filters.