Amelanchier or European serviceberry
- Amelanchier ovalis or Amelanchier vulgaris (latin)
Area of origin:
Central and southern Europe. Adult Dimensions: Height up to 3 metres, width up to 3
metres (9.8'). Foliage: Deciduous. Soil type: All. Hardiness: Hardy tolerant to -18°C. Exposure: Full sun.
Characteristics
and Uses:
Abundant white flowers in April and May before the leaves. The
leaves turn beautiful colours of orange and red in autumn. These
characteristics make it a very interesting tree for parks and
gardens planted alone or in groups. It’s seeded fruits the size
of a pea are a blue-black colour.