Shrub, Tree, Edible Fruit

Amelanchier lamarckii

Snowy Mespilus
Award Winner Low Maintenance Hardiness H7

Amelanchier lamarckii, or Snowy Mespilus, is a deciduous shrub or small tree with bronze young leaves and masses of white flowers in spring. Through summer, edible berries appear, while autumn brings orange and red tones. Large in size and upright in habit, it has the RHS Award of Garden Merit for its reliability. A superb choice for hedging, wildlife planting, or mixed borders in Ireland.

SKU: AME-3.6L-TT3Z6G-RN9F4I

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Flowering Months
Jan J
Feb F
Mar M
Apr A
May M
Jun J
Jul J
Aug A
Sep S
Oct O
Nov N
Dec D
Size
Max Height
8.0 m — 12.0 m
Max Spread
4.0 m — 8.0 m
Growth Habit
Tall, narrow growth habit with strongly vertical main stems.
Planting Position
Sunlight i Indicates how much direct sunlight the plant needs each day. Full sun means 6+ hours, part shade is filtered or morning sun, and full shade is little to no direct sun.
Full Sun Part Shade
Aspect i Aspect refers to the direction the planting spot faces (north, south, east or west). It affects light levels, warmth and exposure.
North South East West
Exposure i Exposure describes how sheltered or exposed a plant’s position is, particularly to wind and weather.
Exposed / Sheltered
Hardiness i Hardiness indicates how well a plant tolerates cold conditions outdoors. Higher ratings generally mean greater frost tolerance.
(< −20 °C) Extremely hardy
Ideal Soil Conditions
Soil Type i Soil type describes the texture of the soil (clay, sand, loam, chalk). This affects drainage, nutrients and how roots grow.
Clay Loam Sand
Soil Moisture i Soil moisture tells you how wet or dry the soil should be for best growth. Match this to your garden conditions for healthier plants.
Moist but permeable / Free draining
Soil pH i Soil pH measures how acidic or alkaline the soil is. It affects nutrient availability and can impact plant growth.
Acid Neutral
Plant Uses & Merits
Uses
  • Patios / Courtyards
  • Hedging / Screening
Merits
  • Generally pest-free
  • Low Maintenance
  • RHS | Award Of Garden Merit