Botanical profile

Amelanchier × grandiflora 'Princess Diana'

Latin name
Amelanchier × grandiflora Princess Diana
Common name
Serviceberry 'Princess Diana'
Type
TREE
Family
Rosaceae

Amelanchier × grandiflora 'Princess Diana', also known as the Princess Diana serviceberry, is an elegant and radiant selection, appreciated for its abundant spring bloom of narrow white clusters, followed by dark purple edible fruits much loved by birds. Its nascent bronze-tinged foliage turns shiny dark green in summer, before turning vibrant red in autumn, creating a strong and natural visual accent. With its light, airy, and well-branched habit, 'Princess Diana' is perfectly suited for residential gardens, informal hedges, wildlife gardens, or solitary plantings. Very hardy and easy to grow, it adapts to various types of well-drained soils, and naturally integrates into Quebec landscapes seeking lasting beauty and biodiversity.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 4
Exposure
Sun to partial shade
Watering
Moderate watering
Fertilization
Spring berry fertilizer. Fertilize monthly or as directed on the bag. Add Myke when planting.
Soil type
Slightly acidic to neutral, well drained
Minimum temperature
'-40°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Spring
Flower color
White
Fruiting
Small, edible, dark purple fruits, in early summer
Foliage color
Green
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Tree-like
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
7 m (23 ft)
Width
3 m (10 feet)
Growth rate
average
Vegetable garden and yield

Companion planting, spacing and harvest

Fruit tree type
Serviceberry
Pet friendly
Safe for pets

Pets

Pollinators
Attracts or supports pollinating insects

Pollinators

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

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