The Thiessen Saskatoon berry is an early-season cultivar known for its delicious, edible berries. It produces large, purplish-blue, juicy berries that are perfect for fresh eating, baking, freezing, and making preserves. The berries are ready for harvest by early to mid-July, and the Thiessen Saskatoon is renowned for its high productivity. Saskatoon berries are self-pollinating, can thrive in the harshest conditions, and are native to Alberta. With its tall, tree-like growth habit, Thiessen is a popular choice for orchards or as a hedge in home landscapes.