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Amelanchier laevis 'Snowflakes' Tree

Name: Amelanchier laevis 'Snowflakes' Tree
Brand: Ornamental Trees
SKU: ALS.SS.10.1
Price: 67.5 GBP
Availability: InStock

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Mature standard tree

1.8m-2.0m clear stem with a branched crown on top

Single stem tree

Classic tree with one trunk

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Planting & Care

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Key features

Final size 4 x 4 metres in 20 years

Foliage Bronzed in spring, turning green in summer and red-orange in autumn

Flowers Large, white flowers

Soil Prefers a moist but well-drained site and clay or sandy soils

Description

Growing to just 4 x 4 metres in 20 years, Amelanchier laevis 'Snowflakes' is popular for its large white, star shaped flowers which stand-out against the red-bronze new foliage in spring. Blackish fruits appear in summer and the slender, oval foliage turns to mid-green, before turning rich orange/red in the autumn.

Also known as a Smooth Servicerberry, 'Snowflakes' is a small ornamental tree that makes the ideal feature tree, even in small gardens. Amelanchier Snowflakes will grow in most soils and conditions, including damp soil and polluted areas.

AKA Amelanchier Snowflakes, Smooth Serviceberry Snowflakes, Juneberry Snowflakes, Snowy Mespilus Snowflakes

Planting Steps

1Preparation

Pot-grown plants can be planted at any time of year, whereas bare roots need to be planted between November and March.
Clear weeds and grass within a metre of the planting hole.
Dig a hole as deep as the root mass and twice as wide.
To help your plant establish more effectively, sprinkle Rootgrow in the hole.

2Planting

Gently loosen the roots and place into the planting hole.
Ensure the top of the plant's compost is flush with the level of the surrounding soil and the graft union or collar of the tree is above ground level.
Mix 50% of the original soil with 50% compost.
Fill in the hole, firming the soil gently.

3Last Steps

Water generously around the base of the plant.
If you are planting either a single stem tree or mature standard tree, we recommend adding a staking kit and rabbit guard.

Aftercare Advice

Trees and shrubs require a good watering regime for a couple of years whilst they establish. Water well and regularly through spring and summer, increasing in hot or dry weather. If planting in autumn, you may only need to water a little. It is advisable to keep the area free of competing weeds and grass during this period.

For more detailed advice and video guides, please visit our Help & Advice section.

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