Apple Serviceberry 'Princess Diana'

About this plant

Meet 'Princess Diana', a distinguished Apple Serviceberry known for its exceptional ornamental qualities throughout the year. This elegant small tree bursts into bloom in early spring with a profusion of pure white, star-shaped flowers, creating a breathtaking display before new leaves emerge. These blossoms are a vital early food source for pollinators. As spring transitions to summer, the flowers give way to small, edible, purplish-black berries, reminiscent of blueberries, which are relished by birds and can be enjoyed by humans in jams, pies, or fresh from the branch. The foliage is equally impressive, emerging with a reddish-purple tint, maturing to a soft green, and then transforming into a fiery kaleidoscope of orange and red in autumn—a true showstopper. With its graceful, multi-stemmed habit and a relatively compact size, 'Princess Diana' is an ideal choice for smaller gardens, as a specimen tree, or in mixed borders. It offers year-round beauty and ecological benefits, making it a valuable addition to any landscape.

Installation timing

When we're in season, outside of the winter months, our goal is to get your plants installed within about two weeks. That window gives us enough time to secure your plants from our supplier and find a spot on the schedule. Throughout the process we stay in touch through notifications and your existing client portal on the main A Cut Above website, which is separate from this landscaping plants shop.

Care & maintenance

Easily grown in average, medium moisture, well-drained soils in full sun to part shade. Best flowering and fall color occurs in full sun. Adaptable to a wide range of soil conditions, including clay. Prune as needed after flowering to maintain shape or remove suckers.

Watering suggestions

Proper watering is the single most important factor in your plant's survival after installation. Newly installed plants have a limited root system and rely on you for consistent moisture while they establish.

• First 2 weeks: Water deeply every day (or every other day in cooler, wet weather), soaking the root ball and surrounding soil.
• Weeks 3–12: Water deeply 2–3 times per week, adjusting for rain, heat, and soil drainage.
• After establishment: Water deeply about once a week during the growing season, and more often in extreme heat or drought.
• How to check: Stick a finger 2–3 inches into the soil near the roots — if it's dry, it's time to water. Deep, less-frequent watering encourages strong roots; shallow daily sprinkles do not.
• Avoid: Overwatering (soggy, waterlogged soil) is just as harmful as underwatering and can drown roots.

Watering needs vary by plant, season, soil, and exposure. Because proper watering is the customer's responsibility after installation, please make sure you understand and can follow these suggestions before ordering.

Good to know: plants and trees purchased from and installed by A Cut Above include a one-year limited warranty from the date of installation. Because plant survival depends heavily on proper watering and care after installation, losses caused by improper care, neglect, animal or chemical damage, or extreme weather are not covered, and we must be given the chance to inspect a struggling plant before it's removed or replaced. Coverage is one replacement per plant. Read our warranty info.