Amelanchier spicata - 60-80 CM C7.5

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 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 white flowers of Snowy mespilus appear in clusters from April to May.

Use
Solitary, ornamental shrub