Amelanchier lamarckii
Snowy Mespilus
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Snowy Mespilus (Amelanchier lamarckii) - Description
Amelanchier lamarckii, also called snowy mespilus, juneberry, or snowy mespil is a large deciduous flowering shrub or small tree in the family Rosaceae. It is widely naturalised in Europe. It has white flowers that are star-shaped. Its young berry-like pome fruits are dark red when young, but become dark purple when ripe.
Snowy Mespilus (Amelanchier lamarckii) - Blooming
Flowers in the early spring. Generally, the flowers are white, but may can be striped with pink. Followed by spherical, purple to maroon fruits that are often sweet and attract birds. The fruits are edible and ripen in summer.
Snowy Mespilus (Amelanchier lamarckii) - Growth
Deciduous trees and shrubs, often suckering. Does best in full sun. Some species can reach 65 ft. tall. Grow Amelanchier in a shrub border or edge of a woodland garden. Also makes a nice ornamental plant.
Snowy Mespilus (Amelanchier lamarckii) - Planting
Propagate from the seed. Sow in a seedbed once the seeds ripen. Species hybridize often. Can also propagate from greenwood or semi-ripe cuttings in summer. Remove suckers in winter.
Snowy Mespilus (Amelanchier lamarckii) - Pest
Prone to fungal leaf spots, fire blight, cankers, and dieback. Rust and powdery mildew may occur.
Snowy Mespilus (Amelanchier lamarckii) - Interesting facts
Some plants in the genus Amelanchier are commonly known as Shadbushes.They are named after the shad (a local river herring). According to tradtion Shadbushes bloom in early spring "when the shad run".The fruit are very colorful and are especially attractive to birds.
Snowy Mespilus (Amelanchier lamarckii) - Soil and irrigation
Does best in moist, but well-drained soil that is acidic and fertile. A. asiatica and A. alnifolia bear alkaline soil.
