Snowy Mespilus Tree 60/80cm (2L)
Amelanchier lamarckii
£26.95
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.
- ✓ Spectacular early spring display of star-shaped white flowers
- ✓ Multi-seasonal interest with edible berries and vibrant autumn colours
- ✓ Attracts wildlife, including birds and pollinators, enhancing garden biodiversity
- ✓ RHS Award of Garden Merit Winner
- ✓ Quality UK grown stock from Yarrow Gardens - DEFRA Registered Supplier
In stock - Usually dispatched within a few days
Amelanchier lamarckii, or Snowy Mespilus, is a versatile and enchanting addition to any UK garden, prized for its outstanding ornamental value and wildlife-friendly characteristics. This small tree or large shrub offers a symphony of seasonal changes, beginning in early spring with a spectacular floral display. Masses of pristine white, star-shaped flowers emerge, creating a cloud-like effect that can transform the early spring garden. These blossoms are not only visually stunning but also provide an important early source of nectar for bees and other pollinators. As the flowers fade, they are replaced by attractive bronze-tinted young leaves that mature to a rich green, creating a lush canopy throughout the summer months.
During this time, small berries develop, starting green and ripening to a deep purple-black. These fruits are edible and have a sweet, juicy flavour, making them popular with both birds and humans alike. Perhaps the most dramatic season for the Snowy Mespilus is autumn, when its foliage ignites in a blaze of oranges, reds, and golds, rivaling the most spectacular fall displays. This vibrant show extends the season of interest well into the cooler months.
Even in winter, the Amelanchier lamarckii maintains its appeal with smooth grey bark and an elegant branching structure that can be particularly striking when silhouetted against a winter sky or dusted with frost. Thriving in most soil types as long as they are well-drained, and tolerant of both sun and partial shade, this adaptable tree is an excellent choice for gardeners looking to add multi-season interest to their outdoor spaces. Whether used as a specimen tree, part of a mixed border, or in a woodland garden setting, the Snowy Mespilus brings grace, beauty, and ecological value to the landscape.
Supplied in a 2 litre pot approx 60/80cm high
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
You can view our Plant Healthy report here.
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.