Serviceberry

The serviceberry, or shadbush,

is a small native tree,

about 40 feet tall.

The starry blossoms don't last long.

Last night's rain washed most of the petals to the ground

or the nose, as Annie demonstrates.

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Serviceberry Trees in Autumn

Ottawa is using more native species of trees in the parks,

 because they are better suited to the climate than a lot of imports.

 This is a serviceberry, although I have never seen any berries on them.