NATIVE – Loosely branched tree. Blooms in early spring with small, white flowers followed in early summer by edible, purplish-blue berries. Attracts birds and butterflies. Foliage is a medium green becoming orange and red in the fall. fast growing. From Ohio cultivars. Botanical Name- Amelanchier x grandiflora ‘Autumn Brilliance’ Pronunciation- am-uh-LANK-ee-er gran-dih-FLOR-uh Foliage- Deciduous Mature Width- 15 ft Mature Height- 20 ft Sun Exposure- Full sun to part sun Soil Preferences- Prefers a moist, well-drained, acidic soil, but will tolerate other soil types Current Size- 5′ Bloom Color- White Bloom Time- Early spring Companion Plants- Yeti Japanese Spirea – provides complementary texture and seasonal interest Fauna Attracted- Bees (honey, native), butterflies, fruit-eating birds (cedar waxwings, robins) Plant Habit- Small tree / shrub
- Care Rating- Easy
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin – PD3 7 Yearly Care Instructions- Prune deadwood in winter; water during dry periods and fertilize in early spring. Trimming Instructions- Light pruning after flowering to maintain shape. Fertilization Instructions- Use a balanced fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) in early spring; moderate feeding need. In clay soils, add organic matter to improve root development. Fertilizer Recommendation- Tree-tone Possible Issues- Fire blight, cedar-apple rust, aphids
