Amelanchier lamarckii (Snowy Mespilus)

Amelanchier lamarckii is a wonderfully versatile small tree, with great all year round interest.

It tends to grow naturally as a multistem, although it is also available as a single stem tree. Its beau- tifully delicate white spring flowers are produced in bountiful racemes, perfectly complementing the emerging bronze coloured leaves. The leaves then turn green before producing a wonderfully fiery dis- play of reds and orange in autumn. The small black Autumn berries are edible and can be used to make April preserves and an alternative to sloe gin. Amelanchier lamarckii will thrive in almost all soils, 2011 but does best in well drained lime free substrates.

Plant Profile

Name: Amelanchier lamarckii

Common Name: Snowy Mespilus

Family: Rosaceae

Height: 5‐8m

Leaves: Unfolding bronze with silky hairs turning pale green. Orange‐red autumn colour.

Bark: Smooth silver grey

Flower: White spring flowers

Fruit: Small red/black berries in mid summer

Habit: Funnel shaped crown

30‐35cm girth Standard

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The small black Autumn berries are edible and have a sweet apple flavour. The berries can also be used to make preserves and an alternative to sloe gin.

4‐5m Multi‐stem umbrella (Summer)

Spring flowers Summer berries Autumn colour

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