Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Rosaceae

Genus:

Amelanchier

Species:

Amelanchier × quinti-martii

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Shrub , Tree

Height:

20-40 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun, Part Shade

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

apr, may, jun

Bloom Colors:

White

Landscaping Shrub:

Yes

Native Range

United States: Michigan, Canada: New Brunswick, Ontario, Quebec

Keystone Species Ranking

Caterpillar Keystone:

★★☆☆☆ Based on number of butterfly and moth species using this genus as host plant (Source: National Wildlife Federation)

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, well-drained loamy soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

prefers organic matter-rich environments

Germination Information