Amelanchier spicata - 40-60 CM

Description
The Snowy mespilus (Amelanchier spicata) is an upright, branched shrub that produces white flowers arranged in clusters. They appear from April to May. These produce purple-purple, round fruits from August. The Snowy mespilus also has egg-shaped, dark green leaves. The white shoots are also an interesting sight.

Bulletpoints
* Attractive yellow, red-brown autumn colouring * white shoots

Leaves
The deciduous leaves of the Snowy mespilus are dark green, ovate, alternate. White shoots. Snowy mespilus turns bright yellow to red-brown in autumn.

Spread
North America.

Frost hardiness
The Snowy mespilus has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Snowy mespilus is an upright and branching shrub. It usually reaches a height of 1.5 - 3 m and is approx. 1.5 - 2.5 m wide.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

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

Soil
Normal 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 Snowy mespilus appear in clusters from April to May.

Use
Solitary, ornamental shrub