Amelanchier spicata – Garden shadblow

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Amelanchier spicata – Garden shadblow

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Varies from low shrub to small tree, with narrow ovoid to ovoid crown. Leaves are initially hairy on the underside, later hairless. In summer matt dark green, turning in autumn to yellow and brownish red. Around mid-April, the small flowers open in short, erect racemes. The individual flowers are greenish white, white or a very light pink. They are followed by purplish-black fruits that are not very big but are juicy and edible. It is a richly blossoming species with a good, dense habit. Amelanchier has few soil requirements but grows best in calcareous soil.

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Specifications
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Height
2-3 m
Crown
ovoid / egg-shaped, dark, dense crown
Bark and branches
grey
Leaf
green
Autumn colour
yellow
Flowers
greenwhite, white, light pink, flowers in April
Fruits
edible fruits, purple/brown, black
Spines/thorns
None
Toxicity
usually not toxic to people, (large) pets and livestock
Soil type
loamy soil, sandy soil, peaty soil, acid soil, calcareous soil
Paving
tolerates partial paving
Winter hardiness zone
5a (-28,8 to -26,1 °C)
Wind resistance
good
Other resistances
resistant to frost (WH 1 - 6), can withstand wind
Application
tree containers, roof gardens, small gardens, patio gardens
Shape
clearstem tree
Clear stem tree acid soil calcareous soil loamy soil peaty soil sandy soil tolerates partial paving resistant to frost (WH 1 - 6) can withstand wind ovoid/egg-shaped 3rd size, smaller than 6 metres dense crown green pink white April average growing Conspicuous bloom Attractive autumn colour non-toxic (usually) Ornamental fruit Edible fruits
Frequently asked questions
Amelanchier spicata

Amelanchier spicata can eventually reach a height of 2-3 m, depending on the site and climate conditions.

Amelanchier spicata is average growing and can eventually reach a height of 2-3 m, depending on the site and climate conditions.

The leaves of Amelanchier spicata turn yellow in autumn.

The right time to plant Amelanchier spicata is during the dormancy period. In Western Europe, Amelanchier spicata with root balls can generally be planted from mid-November to late April, although this depends strongly on the climatic conditions and the species of tree.

Amelanchier spicata blooms in april.
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