Coastal Serviceberry (Obovalis)

The Coastal Serviceberry (Obovalis) is generally described as a perennial shrub. This is native to the U.S. (United States) has its most active growth period in the spring . The Coastal Serviceberry (Obovalis) has dark green foliage and inconspicuous white flowers, with an abuncance of conspicuous blue fruits or seeds. The greatest bloom is usually observed in the early spring, with fruit and seed production starting in the summer and continuing until fall. Leaves are not retained year to year. The Coastal Serviceberry (Obovalis) has a long life span relative to most other plant species and a moderate growth rate. At maturity, the typical Coastal Serviceberry (Obovalis) will reach up to 10 feet high, with a maximum height at 20 years of 10 feet.

The Coastal Serviceberry (Obovalis) is not commonly available from nurseries, garden stores and other plant dealers and distributors. It can be propagated by bare root, container, cuttings, seed. It has a slow ability to spread through seed production and the seedlings have high vigor. Note that cold stratification is not required for seed germination and the plant cannot survive exposure to temperatures below -23°F. has low tolerance to drought and restricted water conditions.