Incomparable Juneberry Tree - A Gardener's Guide to Dwarf Trees

Juneberry is a wonderful tree that has not become as popular as the mulberry or oak tree however should be noticed by all gardeners and homeowners looking for a tree. It is a native tree to America. Depending on how much you trim the tree, it can look like a bush or tree. It is otherwise known as Juneberry, Shadblow, Serviceberry or Shadbush in different regions of America.

Serviceberry trees do not have a single stem branch system but rather a multi-branch system. This makes it very different in appearance than other trees that are common in American yards. With the multi-branch system, the bush will fill out more space than a regular tree. To me, it looks like a large bush however it is considered a tree. It is a native tree from Northeastern states in America and provides food for songbirds and squirrels that may venture into your yard.

When thinking about planting a Serviceberry tree, try to arrange it so that you are putting it in the ground around spring or fall. Trees should always be planted at this time to make sure the hot summer days do not create a negative environment for the new tree. The maximum height is around six to fifteen feet however can be considered a dwarf if it is pruned yearly or biyearly. It all depends on how much work you would like to commit to this tree in your yard. The soil should have a pH reading of 4.8 to seven. In addition, it prefers to be in a full sun to partial shade location that is well-drained, no special fertilizers are required at anytime.

When purchasing in a gardening center or online store, look for available container or balled and burlapped rooted trees since they are the most successful. A cutting can be made from another tree however this is not very successful and should be practiced only by professional gardeners. Non-professionals will find it easier anyway to just start from a purchased tree. Transplanting this tree/shrub is also not an issue and can live successfully if done in the spring or fall seasons. The roots can reach to around thirty feet though, so make sure to prune the roots before transplanting the year before if it is a mature tree.