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Snowy mespilus

Amelanchier lamarckii

A specimen to look atA small treeFood and shelter for wildlife

Spring blossomAutumn colourEdible fruitWorth looking at in more than one season

Snowy mespilus
The picture illustrates the species and is generated from its botanical name, not photographed in a particular garden.

What it needs, what it becomes

TypeFruit and herbs
FamilyRosaceae
Size when mature6 m tall, 4 m across
LightFull sun, Part sun
MoistureMedium, Moist
Soilloam, sand, clay
Soil pH5 to 7
Hardy to-30 degrees
FlowersApril
For pollinatorsVery good
WaterMedium water
UpkeepLittle
Growthcat.growth.moderate
In EuropeIntroduced
Spreading riskLow
If eatenPeople: Not toxic · Dogs: Not toxic · Cats: Not toxic
Worth knowingEdible · Drops fruit, which makes a mess over paving

Safety

Nothing on our safety list for this plant.

Reviewed and approved for Poland by a qualified gardener with thirty years of practice, 2026-09-22.

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