Serviceberry, or amelanchier, is a deciduous, spring-flowering tree or shrub that offers year-round interest in the form of profuse spring blossom, edible berries, and bright fall foliage. It also attracts lots of wildlife to a yard, with many bird species known to eat the berries. Compact varieties of serviceberry can offer all this beauty growing in pots in small spaces, provided you get the conditions right.
If you want to grow a serviceberry in a pot, there are some important points to consider. As well as picking compact forms of these under-rated trees, you also need a large pot, slightly acidic soil, a sunny corner of a deck or patio, and regular watering and feeding. It may sound tricky, but in reality, it isn’t difficult. Get the basics right, and you can have happy shrubs for years.
