Northline Saskatoon

Description

Northline Saskatoon

Latin: Amelanchier alnifolia ‘Northline’

Height: 10 ft

Spread: 6-7 feet

Sun exposure: full sun to partial shade

Hardiness Zone: 2a+

Root system: suckers

Soil preference: Well-drained

Pollination: Self-fertile, but you’ll have higher production paired with another Saskatoon cultivar.

Growth rate: moderate

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The Saskatoon Berry Pie favourite! With its larger fruit size and mid-July harvest, the Northline Saskatoon has been a long-time favourite that’s been growing across the prairies for over 50 years. These richly flavoured berries are packed with flavour and antioxidants.

Popularly used for U-picks and commercial production. Seedlings will produce fruit around three to five years of age. This shrub prefers well-drained soils.

John Wallace developed the Northline Saskatoon at Beaverlodge Nursery in Beaverlodge, Alberta, during the 1950s. The fragrant, showy flowers add aesthetic appeal and charm, along with fall ornamental value from their bright orange leaves.

Consumption ideas include fresh eating, baking, cooking, preserving, juice, drying for pemmican, wine, and so much more!

Seedling size is approximately 12” tall, 1 year old.