Snowy Mespilus Tree | Amelanchier lamarckii
A beautiful blossom blizzard
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Roots' Cotswolds Valley Nursery
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Snowy Mespilus Tree
Amelanchier lamarckii
- With abundant dainty, white flower clusters emerging in spring, foliage that takes on a range of hues across the year and delicious, blackcurrant-like berries, Amelanchier lamarckii is a tree that delivers in more ways than one.
- Also known as the juneberry, this tree is as easygoing as it is tough, which is to say pretty bloomin' tough! With an RHS hardiness rating of H7, this striking tree will withstand even the worst British winters.
- The multi-stemmed, well-branched architecture ensures great visual interest even when the tree is bare throughout the winter months.
- Bees, butterflies and other beneficial pollinating insects are attracted to this amelanchier's nectar-rich blossoms.
- A recipient of the RHS's Award of Garden Merit, the snowy mespilus tree has been shown to perform especially well in British gardens.
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, Snowy Mespilus Tree can be grown in a pot initially. Start with a 50cm pot. Depending on its vigour, it may need moving to the ground after a few years. Ensure adequate drainage and water regularly during warm weather above 20°C.
How big does it get?
The Snowy Mespilus Tree typically grows to a height of 6 to 8 metres, with a spread of 4 to 5 metres, although it can be maintained at a smaller size with regular pruning.
How much sunlight does this need?
Snowy Mespilus Tree prefers full sun to partial shade, requiring at least 4 to 6 hours of direct sunlight daily to thrive.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
Snowy Mespilus Tree prefers moist, well-drained soil, but is highly adaptable to a variety of garden soil types, withstanding temperatures down to -10°C. Provide a 5cm layer of mulch to protect the roots.
How much watering does this plant need?
Snowy Mespilus Tree requires regular watering, especially during its first few years of establishment. Provide approximately 10 to 20 litres of water per week, ensuring the soil remains moist but well-drained. During hot weather above 25°C, increase watering frequency to prevent the roots from drying out.
Will this plant need pruning?
Snowy Mespilus Tree should be pruned in late winter or early spring while dormant, removing any dead, diseased, or crossing branches.
How hardy is this plant?
Amelanchier lamarckii is exceptionally hardy with an RHS rating of H7, surviving temperatures colder than -20°C in severe climates.
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Meet Mike
Tree-growing skills honed right across the globe
Having started out in Australia, studied in Northern Ireland and volunteered at an organic farm in Sweden, it’s fair to say Mike’s done his fair share of travel on his horticultural journey, so far! Having happily laid down roots here at Roots, Mike is the don behind our tree-growing operation, imparting each and every one of his globally-honed skills to benefit your garden. Grown in our purpose-built nursery, in the ideal climatic conditions of the fertile Vale of Evesham, we’re proud to supply only the happiest, healthiest and hardiest trees.
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