Signs of Spring: Downy Serviceberry


Downy serviceberry (Amelanchier arborea) is one of the first trees to bloom in Pennsylvania’s woods.

Its white, curly flowers appear before the leaves so you’ll see it standing alone, a white beauty among bare trees.

 

(photo by Marcy Cunkelman)

4 thoughts on “Signs of Spring: Downy Serviceberry

  1. Do you think the wildflowers are early this year or do they follow a regular pattern based more on the amount of sunlight (like birds) than the temp? I saw Hepatica at North Park today, and over the weekend in Ohio. What a beautiful flower! Especially the purple.

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