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When to Plant Serviceberry in Farmville, Virginia (23909)

Location

Farmville, Virginia

ZIP Code

23909

USDA Zone

7a

Last Frost

Friday, April 10, 2026

๐Ÿ“… Planting Calendar

Direct Sow Outdoors Friday, March 27, 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 7a

Serviceberry (Amelanchier canadensis) is a popular garden vegetable. In Farmville, Virginia, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7a, you should direct sow seeds around Friday, March 27, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Friday, April 10, 2026. Serviceberry grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.