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When to Plant Serviceberry in Ferndale, Pennsylvania (18921)

Location

Ferndale, Pennsylvania

ZIP Code

18921

USDA Zone

6b

Last Frost

Wednesday, April 15, 2026

๐Ÿ“… Planting Calendar

Direct Sow Outdoors Wednesday, April 1, 2026

Pro Tip: Sow Serviceberry directly outdoors 2 weeks before your last frost date.

๐ŸŒฟ Plant Details

Scientific Name Amelanchier canadensis
Days to Maturity 1095 days
Mature Height 60-240"
Spread 120"

โ˜€๏ธ Growing Requirements

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Sun

Full Sun to Partial Shade

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Water

Moderate (1 inch/week)

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Spacing

120" apart

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Planting Depth

4" deep

Seeds typically germinate in 60-120 days

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Growing Serviceberry in Zone 6b

Serviceberry (Amelanchier canadensis) is a popular garden vegetable. In Ferndale, Pennsylvania, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6b, you should direct sow seeds around Wednesday, April 1, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Serviceberry grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.