Amelanchier aln. 'Martin' - P9

Description
The Alder-leaved serviceberry 'Greatberry® Fruity' (Amelanchier alnifolia) is an upright, multi-stemmed large shrub that produces creamy white flowers arranged in clusters. They appear from April to May. These produce dark blue, round fruits from August. The Alder-leaved serviceberry 'Greatberry® Fruity' also has egg-shaped, medium-green leaves. In a sunny to semi-shady location, it usually reaches a height of around 4.5 metres. The Alder-leaved serviceberry 'Greatberry® Fruity' makes no special demands on the soil.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Amelanchier alnifolia 'Martin'.

Bulletpoints
* Suitable for flowering hedges * the blossoms are highly favoured by bees, bumblebees and hoverflies * attractive yellow autumn colouring

leaves
The deciduous leaves of Alder-leaved serviceberry 'Greatberry® Fruity' are medium green, ovate, toothed. Alder-leaved serviceberry 'Greatberry® Fruity' turns bright yellow in autumn.

Frost hardiness
The Alder-leaved serviceberry 'Greatberry® Fruity' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Alder-leaved serviceberry 'Greatberry® Fruity' is an upright and multi-stemmed large shrub. It usually reaches a height of 3 - 4.5 m.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
No special requirements.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Care
Cut and saw wounds as well as broken branches should be treated with a wound sealant as soon as possible to prevent pathogens from entering the plant.

Flower
The creamy white flowers of Alder-leaved serviceberry 'Greatberry® Fruity' appear in clusters from April to May.

Fruit
Amelanchier alnifolia 'Greatberry® Fruity' forms dark blue fruits with a refreshing flavour. The flesh of these round fruits is juicy. Ripening time from August.

Use
Solitary, ornamental shrub, bee pasture, edible, hedge, bird food plant