berry variety in zone 5a
Smoky saskatoon (serviceberry) in zone 5a
Smoky · Amelanchier alnifolia
- Zone
- 5a -20°F to -15°F
- Growing season
- 150 days
- Chill needed
- 1000 to 1500 below 45°F
- Days to harvest
- 60 to 80
The verdict
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About Smoky
Sweet, mild, almond-blueberry flavor with hint of marzipan; fresh, jam, baking, drying. The Canadian commercial standard, large dark-purple berries. Self-fertile, productive.
Critical timing for zone 5a
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Common challenges in zone 5a
- ▸ Fire blight in pears
- ▸ Cedar-apple rust
- ▸ Late spring frosts
Modified care for zone 5a
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Smoky in adjacent zones
Other saskatoon (serviceberry) varieties for zone 5a
- Northline
Sweet, rich, almond-blueberry character; fresh and processing. Productive Saskatchewan selection with concentr…
- Regent
Sweet, mild, dark blue-purple berries; fresh and processing. Compact 4-6 ft habit, ornamental as well as produ…
- Thiessen
Very sweet, mild, the largest fruit of any saskatoon; fresh eating premium. Early-ripening Canadian selection,…
Frequently asked questions
- Will Smoky saskatoon (serviceberry) grow in zone 5a?
Yes. Smoky is recommended for USDA zones 3a through 6b, which includes zone 5a.
- Are there enough chill hours in zone 5a?
Saskatoon (Serviceberry) needs 1000 to 1500 chill hours. Zone 5a typically meets this range; check local microclimate against historical chill totals to confirm.
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Image: "Saskatoon", by Corvi Zeman, via iNaturalist, licensed under CC-BY Source.
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