berry variety in zone 6b
Thiessen saskatoon (serviceberry) in zone 6b
Thiessen · Amelanchier alnifolia
- Zone
- 6b -5°F to 0°F
- Growing season
- 190 days
- Chill needed
- 1000 to 1500 below 45°F
- Days to harvest
- 60 to 80
The verdict
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About Thiessen
Very sweet, mild, the largest fruit of any saskatoon; fresh eating premium. Early-ripening Canadian selection, self-fertile and reliable.
Critical timing for zone 6b
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Common challenges in zone 6b
- ▸ Cedar-apple rust
- ▸ Fire blight
- ▸ Stink bugs
Modified care for zone 6b
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Thiessen in adjacent zones
Other saskatoon (serviceberry) varieties for zone 6b
Frequently asked questions
- Will Thiessen saskatoon (serviceberry) grow in zone 6b?
Yes. Thiessen is recommended for USDA zones 3b through 6b, which includes zone 6b.
- Are there enough chill hours in zone 6b?
Saskatoon (Serviceberry) needs 1000 to 1500 chill hours. Zone 6b 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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