Amelanchier canadensis (Snowy Mespilus)
Amelanchier canadensis description: This small tree is ideal for small gardens. It has an attractive multi-stemmed structure during the winter months and provides a mass of white spring blossom, as well as brilliant red/bronze autumn colour. A great all rounder.
Amelanchier canadensis cultivation notes: Amelanchier is tough multi-stemmed tree that will tolerate extremes of cold and wet, as well as urban pollution while also give a handsome display of spring blossom and autumn colour. This tree thrives on all neutral / acidic soils - but does not like very poor or chalky soils. Requiring minimum pruning or maintenance this tree will hold an attractive compact multi-stemmed habit, especially in when in full sun. Ideal at the back of a border or as a small specimen.
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Plant Strengths: Attractive autumn colour; All round tough plant suitable for problem areas; Ideal for fast growing screening; Suitable for container growing; Fruit / berry producing; Tolerates full sun and sandy, drought-prone soils; Tolerates cold exposed locations; Tolerates heavy clay soils.
Common Missspellings: Amellanchier, Amelanchear, Amelankier, Amellankier
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