Amelanchier × grandiflora 'Ballerina'
serviceberry 'Ballerina' ( syn. Amelanchier asiatica 'Ballerina' )
A vigorous ornamental tree prized for its abundant white spring flowers, reddish-purple autumn foliage, and wildlife value. This small tree...
12 litre pot | 1.6m tall
£169.99
available to order from late spring
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Plant description
A vigorous ornamental tree prized for its abundant white spring flowers, reddish-purple autumn foliage, and wildlife value. This small tree or large shrub displays clusters of star-shaped white blooms blushed pink in April alongside its bronze-tinged foliage that matures to dark green in summer before turning vivid hues of orange, red, and purple towards the end of the season. Growing well in sun or part shade, this beautiful serviceberry tree thrives in varying soil types preferring neutral to acid soils, withstands pollution, and tolerates damp sites. With multi-season appeal, attractive habit, and hardy nature, 'Ballerina' makes a beautiful flowering specimen tree for landscapes.
Eventual height & spread
Flowering period
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Plant features
Position
Full sun / light shade
Rate of growth
Fast-growing
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness
Fully hardy
How to care for Amelanchier × grandiflora Ballerina:
Best autumn colours can be achieved by growing in full sun. Incorporate plenty of well-rotted leafmould or compost into the backfill when planting and stake accordingly. Ensure the tree is monitored for water during its first growing season in order to establish.When planting, water new trees thoroughly and regularly for the first few months to establish roots. Monitor and increase watering during hot/dry periods especially during the first growing season. When planting, incorporate lots of well-rotted garden compost into the planting hole. Remove dead, damaged or crossing branches in late winter or early spring.
Please note:
This tree is deciduous so it will lose all its leaves in autumn, then fresh new foliage appears again each spring.
Warning
Humans/Pets: Fruit are ornamental - not to be eaten
