Amelanchier laevis 'R. J. Hilton' - STD 8-10 CM CONT

Description
The Allegheny serviceberry 'R.J. Hilton' (Amelanchier laevis) is a large, funnel-shaped shrub that produces white flowers arranged in clusters. They appear from April to May. These produce black, round fruits from September. They are small. The Allegheny serviceberry 'R.J. Hilton' also has egg-shaped, dark green leaves. The bronze-red shoots are also an interesting sight. In a sunny to semi-shady location, it usually reaches a height of around 5 metres. The Allegheny serviceberry 'R.J. Hilton' makes no particular demands on the soil.

Bulletpoints
* the flowers are very popular with bees, bumblebees and hoverflies * attractive orange-red, yellow-orange autumn colouring * suitable for containers * bronze-red shoots * resistant to urban climates

Leaves
The deciduous leaves of Allegheny serviceberry 'R.J. Hilton' are dark green, ovate and alternate. They are about 3 - 7 cm in size. Bronze-red shoots. Allegheny serviceberry 'R.J. Hilton' turns bright orange-red to yellow-orange in autumn.

Spread
North America.

Frost hardiness
The Allegheny serviceberry 'R.J. Hilton' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Allegheny serviceberry 'R.J. Hilton' is a large, funnel-shaped shrub. It usually reaches a height of 3 - 5 m.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

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

Soil
No special requirements Standard container plant soil.

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 Allegheny serviceberry 'R.J. Hilton' appear in clusters from April to May.

Fruit
The black, small berries The berries are round. Ripen from September.

Use
Tub, solitary, ornamental shrub, bee pasture, shade tree

Root
Amelanchier laevis 'R.J. Hilton' is a shallow-rooted plant and, depending on the soil, forms densely branched roots.