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AMELANCHIER alnifolia 'Obelisk'
Commonly known as Juneberry, Service berry, Shadbush
Racemes of pure white green-centred flowers. Narrow, upright habit with bronze new growth. Edible fruits, red at first maturing to black
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Deciduous - oval to oblong leaves 2-5cm (¾-2in) long, turning bright red or yellow in autumn
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White - creamy white -
Height - 5m (16ft) -
Spread - 1.5m (5ft)
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Tree - extremely narrow and upright. Flowers are followed by juicy, black fruit
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Very hardy - Hardy in the severest continental climates including exposed upland locations in the UK. Plant can withstand temperatures < -20 (-4°F) -
Full shade -
Full sun -
Additional Features - Good to know - - mature size ranges from 3m (10ft) to 5m (16ft) in about 20 years -
Pests & Diseases - fireblight -
Place of origin - northwest and central North America -
Flower Shape - Racemes - - short racemes to 4cm (1½in) long
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Star-shaped - 5-petalled, 1-2cm (½-¾in) across
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Garden Location/Conditions - Suitable for small gardens - Suitable for small gardens
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Hardiness - Fully hardy -
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Seasonal Interest - Autumn -
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Spring
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Summer
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Soil Conditions - Acid / ericaceous loving -
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Fertile moist well-drained soil
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Tree Shape - Narrowly columnar -
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Wildlife - Bee friendly - -
Bird friendly
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5m (16ft)
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1.5m (5ft) |
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