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.
Pruning
Diseases & pests
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Erwinia amylovora
Erwinia amylovora
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