Amelanchier aln. 'Northline' - 60-80 CM C1.5

Description
The Alder-leaved serviceberry 'Northline' (Amelanchier alnifolia) is an upright, multi-stemmed garden plant that produces white flowers arranged in clusters. These appear from April to May. From July onwards, these develop into dark blue fruits. The Alder-leaved serviceberry 'Northline' also has ovate, dark green leaves. In a sunny to semi-shaded position, it usually reaches a height of around 4 m and spreads to around 3.5 m. The Alder-leaved serviceberry 'Northline' has no particular soil requirements.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Amelanchier alnifolia ‘Greatberry® Garden’.

Leaves
The deciduous leaves of the Alder-leaved serviceberry 'Northline' are dark green, ovoid.

Frost hardiness
The Alder-leaved serviceberry 'Northline' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Alder-leaved serviceberry 'Northline' has an upright, multi-stemmed habit.

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 ground is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

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

Flower
The white flowers of Alder-leaved serviceberry 'Northline' appear in clusters from April to May.

Fruit
Amelanchier alnifolia 'Northline' forms dark blue fruits. Ripens from July.

Use
Solitary, ornamental shrub