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Amelanchier lamarckii is a large, vase-shaped, deciduous shrub or small tree of upright habit and horizontally spreading branches, and toothed, elliptic leaves, bronze when they emerge, dark green when mature, and orange-red in autumn. Fragrant, white, 5-petal flowers in loose, dropping clusters bloom in spring and are followed by edible, sweet and juicy, dark purple berries in summer. Amelanchier lamarckii can adapt to a wide range of soil conditions, but thrives in fertile, lime-free, slightly acidic, moist, well-drained soils. It grows well in full sun and partial shade, but best fruit and autumn foliage are achieved in full sun. It is resistant to frost, de-icing slat, and wind. Tolerant of urban pollution. No serious pest or disease problems. Low maintenance plant. Snowy Mespilus is a lovely, elegant shrub, perfect for cottage, wildlife, and urban gardens. Excellent as a specimen, for shrub borders, wall-side borders, and informal hedges and screens. Suitable for growing in containers on patios and roof gardens.

Amelanchier lamarckii is a deciduous shrub or small tree of upright habit and horizontally spreading branches, and toothed, elliptic leaves, bronze when they emerge, dark green when mature, and orange-red in autumn. Fragrant, white, 5-petal flowers in loose, dropping clusters bloom in spring and are followed by edible, sweet and juicy, dark purple berries in summer.

Amelanchier lamarckii can adapt to a wide range of soil conditions, but thrives in fertile, lime-free, slightly acidic, moist, well-drained soils. It grows well in full sun and partial shade, but best fruit and autumn foliage are achieved in full sun. It is resistant to frost, de-icing slat, and wind. Tolerant of urban pollution. No serious pest or disease problems. Low maintenance plant. Snowy Mespilus is a lovely, elegant shrub, perfect for cottage, wildlife, and urban gardens. Excellent as a specimen, for shrub borders, wall-side borders, and informal hedges and screens. Suitable for growing in containers on patios and roof gardens.

A deciduous, early-flowering large shrub or small tree with a dome-shaped crown. In spring, before the leaves emerge, clusters of mildly fragrant, star-shaped, white flowers appear. They are followed by small, edible, red to dark red, berry-like fruits in summer. The leaves are oval, toothed, dark green in summer and yellow, orange and red in autumn. Elegant growth habit makes it attractive even in winter. Amelanchier Canadensis is easily grown. It prefers moist, well-drained acidic soils, but it tolerates most soil types and both wet and dry locations. For best autumn colours and berry production, it should be planted in full sun. Very resilient, usually pest-free and disease-free. This attractive tree is perfect as a specimen plant, suitable for hedges, great for banks and slopes. It is especially nice when planted around ponds, lakes, and streams. It doesn’t mind marshy ground. It can also be used for erosion control.

Amelanchier x grandiflora 'Robin Hill' is a small, dense tree of upright habit when young and more spreading when mature, and serrated, oval, hairy leaves, bronze when they emerge, dark green in summer, greyish underneath, and spectacular red and orange in autumn. Pale pink to white flowers grow in large, loose, pendulous clusters and bloom in spring. Flowers are followed by purple-black berries. Amelanchier x grandiflora 'Robin Hill' can grow in a wide range of soil conditions, even damp, but prefers fertile, slightly acidic, moist and well-drained soils. It thrives in full sun and partial shade. It is resistant to frost, wind, and de-icing slat. Tolerant of air pollution. Generally, pest-free. Low maintenance plant, doesn’t require pruning. Pink Juneberry Tree is a lovely, ornamental tree, perfect for informal, cottage, wildlife, and urban gardens. Great as a specimen or accent plant. Excellent for growing in containers on patios and roof gardens. Very good choice for streets, avenues, and industrial areas.

Amelanchier x grandiflora 'Robin Hill' is a small, dense tree of upright habit when young and more spreading when mature, and serrated, oval, hairy leaves, bronze when they emerge, dark green in summer, greyish underneath, and spectacular red and orange in autumn. Pale pink to white flowers grow in large, loose, pendulous clusters and bloom in spring. Flowers are followed by purple-black berries. Amelanchier x grandiflora 'Robin Hill' can grow in a wide range of soil conditions, even damp, but prefers fertile, slightly acidic, moist and well-drained soils. It thrives in full sun and partial shade. It is resistant to frost, wind, and de-icing slat. Tolerant of air pollution. Generally, pest-free. Low maintenance plant, doesn’t require pruning. Pink Juneberry Tree is a lovely, ornamental tree, perfect for informal, cottage, wildlife, and urban gardens. Great as a specimen or accent plant. Excellent for growing in containers on patios and roof gardens. Very good choice for streets, avenues, and industrial areas.

Amelanchier x grandiflora 'Robin Hill' is a small, dense tree of upright habit when young and more spreading when mature, and serrated, oval, hairy leaves, bronze when they emerge, dark green in summer, greyish underneath, and spectacular red and orange in autumn. Pale pink to white flowers grow in large, loose, pendulous clusters and bloom in spring. Flowers are followed by purple-black berries. Amelanchier x grandiflora 'Robin Hill' can grow in a wide range of soil conditions, even damp, but prefers fertile, slightly acidic, moist and well-drained soils. It thrives in full sun and partial shade. It is resistant to frost, wind, and de-icing slat. Tolerant of air pollution. Generally, pest-free. Low maintenance plant, doesn’t require pruning. Pink Juneberry Tree is a lovely, ornamental tree, perfect for informal, cottage, wildlife, and urban gardens. Great as a specimen or accent plant. Excellent for growing in containers on patios and roof gardens. Very good choice for streets, avenues, and industrial areas.

Arbutus unedo multi-stem is an evergreen, ornamental, multi-stem, capriciously growing shrub or small tree with glossy, leathery, mid-green foliage. It is very unusual and stunning all year round. Clusters of fragrant, bell-shaped, white flowers bloom from autumn to mid-winter. Round, yellow fruits appear in winter and slowly become ripe in the next 12 months, gradually turning red. They are still on the tree when new flowers show up in autumn. A grey-brown bark peels, revealing cinnamon-colored inner bark. Arbutus unedo multi-stem grows slowly in a multi-stem form. It can grow in all kinds of soils and climate conditions, but prefers acidic, moist and well-drained soil, in full sun or partial shade. It is tolerant to drought, disease-free and pest-free. Very resilient. This unusual, colorful and very attractive plant is perfect as a specimen plant, great for shrub borders, hedges, coastal gardens, and for growing in containers.

Prunus domestica 'Mirabelle de Nancy' is a robust and sturdy plum tree, very popular in France since 15th century. It has broadly elliptic, mid-green leaves and lovely white flowers blooming in April. Small, round, rich yellow cherry plums have juicy and sweet flesh and are ready for harvesting in late summer. Prunus domestica 'Mirabelle de Nancy' is adaptable to a wide range of soils, but prefers medium fertile, slightly acidic, moist, well-drained soils in full sun. It doesn’t like humid partial shade. It is extremely resistant to frost, even flowers can withstand some late spring frost. It doesn’t require much attention and will crop heavily even without pruning. Doesn’t have serious disease or pest problems. It is self-fertile but the crop is better with a pollinator nearby. Cherry plum 'Mirabelle de Nancy' is best when ripe and eaten fresh from the tree, but it is also great for jams and preserves. Very decorative and undemanding plant.

Prunus avium 'Napoleon' is a small, bushy, deciduous, fruiting tree with ovate, toothed, dark green leaves, orange and red in autumn, and masses of simple, fragrant, white flowers with yellow stamens, blooming in late spring. Flowers are followed by large, sweet, aromatic, glossy yellow cherries, flushed red when mature, ready for harvesting in late summer. It is sometimes called “white cherry” referring to its pale yellow flesh. Prunus avium 'Napoleon' can grow in a wide range of soils, but prefers fertile, loamy, slightly acidic, moist, well-drained soils in full sun. It doesn’t tolerate waterlogged soils. It can withstand frost, but needs to be sheltered form harsh winter winds. Late frosts may damage the flower buds. Fairly tolerant of wind. It requires a pollinating partner nearby. Low maintenance plant. Sweet Cherry 'Napoléon' is an excellent specimen plant or planted against a wall or fence in small cottage, wildlife, or urban gardens. Heavy and reliable cropper.

Morus alba, or White Mulberry, is a fast-growing, rounded, spreading, deciduous tree with simple, heart-shaped, veined, glossy dark green leaves, yellow in autumn. It is usually dioecious, but sometimes monoecious. Small, yellowish, inconspicuous flowers grow in dropping catkins and bloom in spring. Female flowers are followed by sweet, edible, blackberry-like fruits, white to dark-red or purple-black when ripe. White Mulberry can adapt to a wide range of soils but grows best in fertile, humus-rich, moist, well-drained soils, in full sun. Once established, it is tolerant of heat and drought. It is resistant to frost, but needs to be sheltered from harsh, dry winter winds. Generally, pest-free and disease-free. Low maintenance plant, doesn’t require pruning. White Mulberry has been used in China for thousands of years as a primary food for silkworms that produce silk. It is suitable for growing in cottage gardens, fields and roadsides. Its fruit and bird droppings are very messy for urban areas.

Morus nigra trained as a mature four-branched espalier is an outstanding choice for gardens where space, productivity, and ornamental structure are important. Its carefully trained horizontal framework creates a formal architectural feature that looks superb against sunny walls, fences, or boundary lines. This elegant form allows gardeners to enjoy a traditionally broad-growing mulberry in a far smaller footprint, making it especially suitable for compact gardens, courtyards, and kitchen garden settings.

The tree carries attractive heart-shaped leaves that provide fresh summer greenery, while its rich purple-black fruits ripen in late summer. These sweet, aromatic berries are highly prized for fresh eating, preserves, and culinary use. In autumn, the foliage may develop warm seasonal tones before leaf fall, while the bare branch structure adds winter interest.

Morus nigra thrives best in a warm, sunny, sheltered position with fertile, well-drained soil. A south or west-facing wall is ideal, helping fruit ripen fully and protecting young growth from colder weather. Once established, it is hardy and long-lived, requiring only periodic pruning to maintain its espalier shape and encourage fruiting wood.

Perfect for decorative edible gardens, formal layouts, and smaller spaces, this mature espalier mulberry offers beauty, character, and generous harvests for many years.

Arbutus unedo multi-stem is an evergreen, ornamental, multi-stem, capriciously growing shrub or small tree with glossy, leathery, mid-green foliage. It is very unusual and stunning all year round. Clusters of fragrant, bell-shaped, white flowers bloom from autumn to mid-winter. Round, yellow fruits appear in winter and slowly become ripe in the next 12 months, gradually turning red. They are still on the tree when new flowers show up in autumn. A grey-brown bark peels, revealing cinnamon-colored inner bark. Arbutus unedo multi-stem grows slowly in a multi-stem form. It can grow in all kinds of soils and climate conditions, but prefers acidic, moist and well-drained soil, in full sun or partial shade. It is tolerant to drought, disease-free and pest-free. Very resilient. This unusual, colorful and very attractive plant is perfect as a specimen plant, great for shrub borders, hedges, coastal gardens, and for growing in containers.

The Cherry 'Sunburst' grafted onto Colt rootstock is a distinguished fruit tree, valued for its prolific production of large, sweet, dark-red to near-black cherries, popular in culinary applications for their rich flavor. The 'Sunburst' variety is known for its self-fertility and is often praised for its excellent, robust yields and resilience to variable climates.

Colt rootstock is esteemed in horticulture for its compatibility with various cherry varieties, offering enhanced vigor and adaptability to less-than-ideal soil conditions, including those of poor drainage and fertility. It’s specifically chosen for its ability to induce early fruiting, promote impressive yields, and impart increased hardiness to the plant, allowing it to withstand unfavorable weather conditions. Moreover, it’s valued for imparting a semi-dwarfing effect, aiding in manageable tree sizes for convenient harvesting and maintenance.

This combination of 'Sunburst' and Colt rootstock is particularly beneficial for gardeners seeking a resilient and productive cherry tree, as it exemplifies a harmonious balance of fruitful bounty and hardy robustness. The disease resistance of this rootstock adds another layer of appeal, minimizing susceptibility to common cherry diseases, ensuring healthier, more bountiful harvests.

In essence, Cherry 'Sunburst' on Colt rootstock is a versatile and reliable choice for those seeking to enjoy the delightful flavors of home-grown cherries, coupled with the assurance of hardiness and productivity.

Colt rootstock is a popular choice for cherry trees, offering a semi-dwarfing size that reaches about 70-80% the height of standard cherry trees. It's well-suited for heavier soils, providing good anchorage and resistance to bacterial canker. Colt enhances the tree's longevity and supports robust fruit yields, making it ideal for various cherry cultivars.

Sunset apple is a heavy-cropping garden apple with upright, compact habit and attractive pale pink flowers that bloom in March. They are followed by small, round to ovate, golden-yellow and green fruit with red and orange striping. A white to ivory flesh is crisp, firm and fine-grained, sometimes tinged with green. It has sweet, sharp, aromatic flavour. Sunset Apple was bred in approximately 1918 by G. C. Addy at Ightham, Kent. One of the parent varieties is Cox’s Orange Pippin Apple. Sunset Apple was meant to be similar to it, but easier to grow. It is very resilient, generally disease-free, cold and frost resistant, therefore, suitable for growing even in northern parts of Europe. Doesn’t need a pollinating partner because it is self-fertile. It is not commercially grown because of its small size. Sunset apples are crispy and juicy, great for eating or cooking. When cooked, they retain their shape.

Prunus domestica 'Mirabelle de Nancy' is a robust and sturdy plum tree, very popular in France since 15th century. It has broadly elliptic, mid-green leaves and lovely white flowers blooming in April. Small, round, rich yellow cherry plums have juicy and sweet flesh and are ready for harvesting in late summer. Prunus domestica 'Mirabelle de Nancy' is adaptable to a wide range of soils, but prefers medium fertile, slightly acidic, moist, well-drained soils in full sun. It doesn’t like humid partial shade. It is extremely resistant to frost, even flowers can withstand some late spring frost. It doesn’t require much attention and will crop heavily even without pruning. Doesn’t have serious disease or pest problems. It is self-fertile but the crop is better with a pollinator nearby. Cherry plum 'Mirabelle de Nancy' is best when ripe and eaten fresh from the tree, but it is also great for jams and preserves. Very decorative and undemanding plant.

Punica granatum, commonly known as pomegranate, is a small deciduous tree or shrub that belongs to the family Lythraceae. Native to the Mediterranean region and parts of Asia, the pomegranate is widely cultivated for its fruit, ornamental value, and medicinal properties. The tree grows up to 5-8 meters tall and has glossy, dark green leaves that turn yellow in autumn. It produces beautiful red-orange flowers that bloom in summer and are followed by the fruit in autumn.

The fruit of the pomegranate is a round or slightly hexagonal berry, about the size of an apple or grapefruit. The leathery skin of the fruit is thick and inedible, but it contains hundreds of edible arils or seeds, each surrounded by a juicy, ruby-red pulp. The seeds are packed with nutrients and antioxidants and are said to have numerous health benefits, including anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer properties. Pomegranate is commonly used in cooking, juices, smoothies, and salads, and it adds a sweet-tart flavor and vibrant color to any dish. Overall, Punica granatum is a versatile and attractive tree that would make a great addition to any garden or landscape, both for its ornamental value and its delicious fruit.

Prunus domestica 'Violet Reine Claude' (often spelled Regina Claudia) is a traditional European plum cultivar celebrated for its rich flavour, attractive appearance, and versatility in the kitchen. Belonging to the Reine Claude group of greengages, this variety is distinguished by its deep violet to dusky purple skin and sweet, golden-green flesh. The fruits are medium-sized, round, and slightly flattened, with a firm yet juicy texture, making them ideal for fresh eating, cooking, and preserving.

This cultivar thrives best in temperate climates, requiring a sunny, sheltered spot with well-drained soil to produce its best crop. It flowers in early to mid-spring, offering delicate white blossoms that are not only ornamental but also attractive to pollinators such as bees. As it is partially self-fertile, it can bear fruit on its own but benefits from cross-pollination with another plum variety to increase yield.

'Violet Reine Claude' plums typically ripen in late summer, usually around August in the UK. The tree is moderately vigorous and tends to form a rounded crown with age, making it suitable for both larger gardens and smaller orchards. Pruning in late winter helps maintain shape and encourages healthy fruit production.

This variety is valued for its balanced sweetness and fine aroma, which make it particularly prized in desserts, jams, and tarts. When fully ripe, the fruit offers a melt-in-the-mouth quality and is often considered among the finest-flavoured of European plums.

Resilient to most common plum diseases when properly cared for, Prunus domestica 'Violet Reine Claude' remains a cherished choice for those seeking heritage flavour and ornamental charm in one elegant tree.

Pyrus communis 'Beurre Hardy' is a vigorous, upright, pyramidal, deciduous tree with ovate, glossy, dark green leaves and profusion of creamy-white flowers in early spring. It bears moderate, regular crops of large, tasty, red-flushed, greenish-yellow pears ready for harvesting in October. The fruit has excellent flavour and pleasantly melting flesh. Pyrus communis 'Beurre Hardy' can grow in a wide range of soils, except damp or filled with stones. It thrives in fertile, neutral, moist, well-drained soils. It prefers sunny, sheltered positions and the fruit is best when grown in full sun. It is extremely resistant to frost but since it is a very early bloomer, flower buds may be damaged by late frosts. It can withstand wind. It is self-sterile and needs to be grown with a pollination partner. Pear 'Doyenné du Comice' is primarily grown for its sweet and delicious fruit, but beautiful, white flowers make it a great ornamental tree. Ideal for small informal, cottage, and wildlife gardens.

Prunus avium 'Summit' is a popular cultivar of sweet cherry tree, known for its abundant and large fruit production. It is a deciduous tree that typically grows to a height of 15-20 feet and a spread of 12-15 feet.

The 'Summit' cherry tree produces large, heart-shaped fruit that is firm, sweet, and juicy, with a deep red skin and yellow flesh. The fruit is excellent for eating fresh, but can also be used for cooking and baking.

This tree is prized for its ornamental value as well, with showy clusters of white flowers that bloom in early spring and attract pollinators. The leaves are dark green and glossy, turning to shades of yellow and orange in the fall, adding a burst of colour to the landscape.

Prunus avium 'Summit' prefers full sun and well-draining soil, and it is hardy in USDA Zones 5-8. It is a self-fertile tree, meaning it does not require another cherry tree for pollination. 'Summit' is also relatively disease-resistant, making it a low-maintenance option for home gardeners and orchardists alike.

Overall, Prunus avium 'Summit' is an excellent choice for those looking for a productive and attractive cherry tree that can thrive in a variety of growing conditions.

Malus Domestica 'Gala' is a popular apple cultivar known for its crisp, juicy, and sweet flavor. The Gala apple was first developed in New Zealand in the 1930s and has since become one of the most widely cultivated apples in the world.

The fruit has a distinctive red and yellow skin with a creamy white flesh. It is typically medium to large in size and has a slightly conical shape. The skin of the Gala apple is thin and delicate, making it easy to bite into and chew. The flesh is firm and juicy, with a pleasant balance of sweetness and tartness.

Gala apples are versatile and can be used in a variety of ways. They are delicious eaten raw as a snack, but can also be used for cooking, baking, or juicing. Due to their sweetness and low acidity, they are particularly well-suited for making applesauce and apple juice.

The tree itself is moderately vigorous and bears fruit early in the season. It is known for its high yields and consistent fruit quality, making it a popular choice for commercial growers. The Gala apple is also a good choice for backyard orchards, as it is relatively easy to grow and maintain.

Overall, the Malus Domestica 'Gala' is a delicious and versatile apple cultivar that is enjoyed by apple lovers around the world.