Monday 15 February 2016

Amelanchier alnifolia


  • Common Name - saskatoon berry
  • Botanical Name - Amelanchier alnifolia
  • Family - Rosaceae
  • Bud - alternate
  • Stem/Bark - red, dark grey
  • Leaf - simple, pubescent, oblong shape, rounded apex, cordate base, entire margin
  • Flower - raceme inflorescence, showy, white, May - June
  • Fruit - pome, purple, July - August
  • Habit - spreading, upright
  • Form - vase
  • Size - 3 - 5 m
  • Culture - full sun/part shade, acidic/well drained soil
  • Use - fall interest, fragrance, attracts birds

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