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Low Juneberry

Amelanchier humilis

Last reviewed: June 2026

Low Juneberry (Amelanchier humilis)
Photo: GrammarFascist / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0)

Light

part sun

Water

medium

Size

24"–60" H × 24"–60" W

Bloom

Apr, May

Native to

IA, IL, IN, KS and 14 more states

Pollinators

bees, beetles

Low sarcaberry is a compact native shrub that produces clusters of white flowers in spring followed by edible purple-black berries in summer. This adaptable plant offers attractive fall color and works well in naturalized areas or mixed borders.

In an HOA neighborhood

Low 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 blooms attract bees and beetles for pollination. Birds enjoy the nutritious berries in late summer, making this shrub valuable for wildlife food chains.

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