Serviceberry, Juneberry, Shadbush, Chuckley Pear
Saskatoon Berry grow throughout Alaska, Canada, northwestern and central United States. Look for small white flower clusters in the spring and dark purple berries in early summer.
Saskatoon Berry are low shrubs to small trees (up to 20 ft) with oval, alternating leaves. They grow wild in a wide variety of habitats so long as there is sufficient moisture and can usually be found in large patches. They are also cultivated in home gardens and on farms.
Deer, Elk, and Moose eat the tips of branches in winter and the leaves in summer. Thickets provide cover for birds and animals.
The berries are sweet and a good source of Vitamin C. They can be eaten raw or cooked - Saskatoon Berry pie is very popular.
Did you know? Saskatoon Berry are known by many different names - Serviceberry, Juneberry, Shadbush, and Chuckley Pear.
See Also: Wild Strawberry, Bearberry, Blackberry, Chokecherry, Elderberry, Highbush Cranberry, Huckleberry, Oregon Grape, Silver Buffaloberry, Snowberry, Thimbleberry
