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Highly productive and self-fertile, this versatile plant combines excellent edible qualities with outstanding ornamental appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne of the \u003cstrong\u003elargest-fruiting Saskatoon varieties\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEarly cropping\u003c\/strong\u003e – harvest in June\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduces heavy yields of \u003cstrong\u003edark purple berries\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFruit rich in \u003cstrong\u003evitamin C and fibre\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSelf-fertile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeautiful \u003cstrong\u003espring blossom and autumn colour\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmelanchier ‘Thiessen’ is a vigorous and reliable Saskatoon berry variety widely grown for its exceptional fruit size and productivity. In spring, it produces masses of delicate white blossom, creating a stunning ornamental display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy early summer, the plant bears heavy crops of large, dark purple berries with a pleasantly sharp, tangy flavour. These versatile fruits are ideal for fresh eating, baking, jams, and preserves, and are valued for their high vitamin C and fibre content.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn autumn, the foliage turns rich shades of orange and red, adding further seasonal interest. 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