Amelanchier lamarckii
Copper hawthorn
Common names: Hawthorn, Currant tree, Hawthorn berry tree
Photo: Udo Schröter · CC BY 3.0 · Source
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Description
The hawthorn is an evergreen ornamental shrub: in April it is covered with white star-shaped flowers, in June the small sweet berries ripen, resembling blueberries with a fine marzipan note, and in autumn it glows orange-red. The fruit can be eaten fresh from the bush or processed into jam and juice. Birds also love it, those who want to harvest must act quickly.
Care instructions
Plant the hawthorn in autumn (October, week 42) in a sunny to partially shaded spot with well-draining soil, it is tolerant and city‑climate‑resistant. Harvest the berries from mid‑June (week 25) once they are deep violet and soft, otherwise the thrushes will get there first. Pruning is rarely necessary; light pruning may be done in winter to remove old shoots.
Soil & site
Soil pH
Soil type
sandy, loamy, humus-rich, well-drained, dry, lean
Feeding
Light feeder
Months
Mar–Apr
Pruning
Propagation
Methods
- From seed
- Cuttings
- Layering
- Grafting
Companion planting
Companion planting is partly traditional gardening lore. Where the reason is known, it is given.
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