Snowy Mespilus Tree 40/60cm (2L)
Amelanchier lamarckii
£16.49
The Snowy Mespilus, Amelanchier lamarckii, is a charming deciduous tree or large shrub known for its stunning spring display of star-shaped white flowers and copper-tinted young leaves. It features summer berries, vibrant autumn foliage, and an elegant winter silhouette. This versatile tree is ideal for smaller gardens, mixed borders, or woodland-style plantings, offering year-round interest and valuable resources for wildlife.
- ✓ Stunning spring display of star-shaped white flowers and copper-tinted leaves
- ✓ Summer berries attract birds, followed by vibrant autumn foliage
- ✓ Elegant winter silhouette with smooth, grey bark for year-round interest
- ✓ Versatile and low-maintenance, suitable for small gardens and various soil types
- ✓ Quality UK grown stock from Yarrow Gardens - DEFRA Registered Supplier
In stock - Usually dispatched within a few days
Amelanchier lamarckii, commonly known as Juneberry or Snowy Mespilus, is a highly versatile and ornamental tree, perfect for UK gardens. This deciduous tree is celebrated for its multi-season interest, starting with a profusion of white, star-shaped flowers in spring. These blossoms not only add a delicate charm to any garden but also attract pollinators, supporting local ecosystems.
As the seasons progress, the foliage of Amelanchier lamarckii undergoes a stunning transformation. The leaves, initially bronze when young, turn to a lush green in summer, followed by striking shades of orange and red in autumn. This tree also produces small, dark purple fruits in early summer, which are both edible and favoured by wildlife.
Reaching a height of up to 10 metres, Juneberry is an ideal choice for small to medium-sized gardens. It thrives in a variety of soil types and is relatively low maintenance, requiring minimal pruning. Its ability to adapt to different conditions, including both full sun and partial shade, makes it a practical choice for diverse garden settings.
In summary, Amelanchier lamarckii offers year-round beauty with its changing foliage, spring blossoms, and autumn colours. Its environmental benefits, coupled with its adaptability and ease of care, make it a favoured choice for gardeners looking to add a touch of elegance and biodiversity to their outdoor spaces.
Supplied in a 2 litre pot approx 40-60cm tall.
Ultimate height
8–12 metres
Time to ultimate height
10–20 years
Ultimate spread
4–8 metres
Season of Interest
Spring, Autumn
Sunlight
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Pot Size
2 litre
Foliage
Deciduous
Foliage Colour
Green
Flower Colour
White
Hardiness
-20°C to -15°C (H6)
When MatureSafety
Child Safe, Pollen Allergies, Pet Safe
Watering
Moderate
Preferred Soil Type
Any well drained soil
Preferred Soil pH
Any Soil Type
Fragrance
Moderate
Delivery
Yarrow Gardens aim to have your order with you in fastest time possible and safest method of transport. Dependent on the parcel size and geographical destination in mind with will select the most suitable courier.
You are welcome to collect any times from our nursery in Euxton, Lancashire. Please contact us to arrange a suitable date and time.
With regret, we can no longer send items out to Northern Ireland. All live plants need a phytosanitary checks and DAERA must be notified. This process is simply too expensive at the moment.
Returns
In the rare instance that your item has been damaged during delivery or incorrectly shipped by us, please contact us and we will be happy to discuss the return and replacement of your item.
Once you have contacted us and we have confirmation that your parcel is on its way back to us we will be happy to issue a refund for the return postage.
Delivery Class | Delivery Cost | |
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Royal Mail Letter - Royal Mail Tracked | £3.25 (Flat) | |
Royal Mail Letter - Royal Mail Second Class | £0.95 (Flat) | |
Royal Mail Large Letter - Royal Mail Tracked | £3.25 (Flat) | |
Royal Mail Large Letter - Royal Mail Second Class | £2.10 (Flat) | |
Standard Items - Standard Courier (Parcelforce) | £7.95 (Flat) | This item |
Standard Items - Standard Courier (Evri) | £4.49 (Flat) | This item |
Medium Items - Standard Courier (Parcelforce) | £7.95 (Flat) | |
Large Items - Pallet Courier | £90.00 (Flat) | |
Large Items - Standard Courier (Parcelforce) | £28.95 (Flat) | |
Large Items - Standard Courier (Parcel Force) | £24.95 (Flat) | |
Pallet Courier - Pallet Courier | £90.00 (Flat) |
We are a small family business based in Euxton, West Lancashire. We specialise in the supply of trees, shrubs both bare root & cell grown. Much of our stock is grown directly on site from seed or cuttings. Other stock is all UK sourced where possible.
We adhere to industry leading biosecurity measures, this ensures that our nursery remains clean and disease free.
We are DEFRA registered and our nursery is regularly inspected to confirm compliance with all current plant and plant health regulations.
Our Plant Passport Registration Number is GB140010
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We are actively working towards the Grown in Britain certification along with the Plant Healthy certification.
Should you have any concern or question in respect of our plant health matters, please get in touch.