Tall shrub or small tree bearing clusters of fragrant white flowers in April. Flowers give rise to very flavorful, red to purple-black, berrylike fruits relished by both songbirds and people. This lovely tree has colorful fall foliage in a blend of orange, gold, red and green.

Serviceberry flowers. Photo: www.HenryDomke.com.

Serviceberry, fall color. Photo: www.HenryDomke.com.

American Robin eating serviceberry. Photo: Mervin Wallace.