Amelanchier x grandiflora - 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.
Strengths, Weaknesses & Design Usage
Strengths of Amelanchier x grandiflora:
- 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
Design & Plant Use for Amelanchier x grandiflora:
- Provides extended interest with blossom, berries and autumn colour
- Ideal flowering shrub for problem clay soils
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Common Missspellings: Amellanchier, Amelanchear, Amelankier, Amellankier