Overview
Amelanchier lamarckii is a bushy deciduous shrub in the genus Amelanchier, part of the Rosaceae family, with deciduous foliage. It typically grows around 6 m tall. Amelanchier lamarckii grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and acid and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include architectural, city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal garden, wildlife gardens, hedging and screens and edible fruit. It is native to New York, Ontario and Vermont.
About
Amelanchier × lamarckii, also called juneberry, serviceberry or shadbush, is a large deciduous flowering shrub or small tree in the family Rosaceae.
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About the genus
Amelanchier, also known as shadbush, shadwood or shadblow, serviceberry or sarvisberry, juneberry, saskatoon, sugarplum, wild-plum or chuckley pear, is a genus of about 20 species of deciduous-leaved shrubs and small trees in the rose family (Rosaceae).
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Amelanchier
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Sandy, Loamy, Clay
- Soil pH
- Acid, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing, North-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Amelanchier lamarckii size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Deciduous shrub, Small tree
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Height
- 6 m
- Suggested uses
- Architectural, City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Wildlife gardens, Hedging and screens, Edible fruit
- Native to
- New York, Ontario, Vermont
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Amelanchier lamarckii
- Propagation
- Softwood cuttings, Semi-ripe cuttings, Layering
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Fireblight, Honey fungus
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Amelanchier lamarckii?
Amelanchier lamarckii prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Amelanchier lamarckii need?
Amelanchier lamarckii is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including sandy, loamy and clay. It prefers acid and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
How big does Amelanchier lamarckii grow?
Amelanchier lamarckii reaches a height of 6 m.
Is Amelanchier lamarckii hardy in the UK?
Amelanchier lamarckii has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.
How do I propagate Amelanchier lamarckii?
Softwood cuttings, Semi-ripe cuttings, Layering.