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April 27, 2006
Shadbush, Juneberry, Service Berry

Amelanchier canadensis
The many names of this native fruit tree are an indication of the time when it produces fruit: when shad are running, in June, during wedding season. The sweet berries are a favorite treat for birds such as robins and cedar waxwings. They are also a delicious snack for humans. They have never been used commercially because they are delicate and do not last very long.