How tall does Amelanchier Ballerina grow?

4 x 4 metres
‘Ballerina’ will do well in either full sun or part shade and in most soils (preferring clay or sandy soil). For the best autumn foliage colour, acidic soils are ideal. Expect a height and spread of 4 x 4 metres in 20 years.

Which is the best Amelanchier?

Here are some of the best-selling varieties of Amelanchier trees in the United Kingdom:

Amelanchier Lamarckii.
Amelanchier Canadensis Rainbow Pillar.
Amelanchier Laevis Snowflakes.
Amelanchier Grandiflora Ballerina.
Amelanchier Arborea Robin Hill.
Amelanchier Alnifolia Obelisk.

Is there a small Amelanchier?

Amelanchier is a lovely small tree that is considered by most to be an outstanding choice for small gardens. There are at least 10 different varieties including ‘Robin Hill’ and ‘Ballerina’. They all have lovely autumn colour, spring flowers and fruit too. They won’t generally grow higher than up to 10m.

Can you prune Amelanchier?

Amelanchier (snowy mespilus) This large multi-stemmed shrub or tree initially can be pruned to open the centre of the crown. Damaged, misplaced and diseased stems should be removed, with the remained thinned out if necessary. However, the lowest branches can be removed as the tree matures to leave a short clear trunk.

How do you plant Amelanchier La Paloma?

Planting Advice for Amelanchier ‘La Paloma’ Trees Dig a square hole as deep as your root mass and approximately 2x as wide. To help the tree establish more effectively, sprinkle root grow in the hole. Remove the pot, gently loosen the roots and place into the planting hole.

How do you look after Amelanchier Lamarckii?

Grow Amelanchier lamarckii in moist but well-drained neutral to acid soil, in full sun to partial shade.

What does Amelanchier look like?

A group of small deciduous trees or shrubs, that produce an abundance of white flowers in spring, followed by glossy red or purple/black berries. The foliage provides striking orange and red autumn colour. An ideal choice for the smaller garden and a good versatile all rounder.

What can I plant under Amelanchier?

Amelanchier tree underplanted with buxus, geraniums, ferns, epimedium, pulmonaria, sweet woodruff, lilies.

What is an Amelanchier shrub?

An amelanchier is a hardy small tree or shrub, mostly from North America, and they are sometimes called shadbush, June service berry or snowy mespilus. The name snowy mespilus refers to the white, starry flowers that appear in late spring – mostly on bare wood.

How fast does Amelanchier grow?

TREE 10ft x 10ft (3m x 3m) in 20 years, ultimate height 15ft (4.6m).

Is Amelanchier fast growing?

Plant 18ins (45cm) apart. TREE 10ft x 10ft (3m x 3m) in 20 years, ultimate height 15ft (4.6m).

Is Amelanchier a tree or shrub?