Amelanchier 'Thiessen'

'Thiessen' is a leading Canadian cultivar of Saskatoon Berry, forming an upright, suckering shrub of 2-3m in height and spread. It is renowned for its very large, exceptionally sweet, dark purple-blue berries, ripening in June-July, excellent for fresh eating or culinary use. Highly productive and very hardy (H6), it adapts well to a range of soils and thrives in full sun to partial shade. Clusters of white flowers appear in April, providing early nectar. Beyond its prolific fruit, 'Thiessen' offers attractive multi-season interest with spring blossoms and autumn foliage.

Sun: Full sun to partial shade.

Soil: Well-drained loam.

Hardiness: H6 — down to −20°C.

Flowering: Apr.