R J Hilton

R J Hilton is an excellent example of the Snowy Mespilus species Amelanchier laevis. In spring the profusion of young flowers have a pink hue before opening to pure white. The early spring blossom has a coppery tint.

In autumn the leaves take on autumnal colours.

You may also get a small crop of dark black/blue fruits (known as Saskatoons).

R J Hilton amelanchier trees for sale

All our pot-grown trees are grown for us to our specification by the Frank P Matthews nursery.

All pot-grown trees are suitable for planting out in the garden, some are suitable for growing in containers.

• 2-year pot-grown tree £74.50
  Grown for us by Frank P Matthews nursery
  In a 12L pot
  Large size (3m-5m after 10 years)
  

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How to grow

R J Hilton can be planted in partial shade if necessary but for best autumn leaf colours plant in full sun.

History

R J Hilton is a seedling of the species Amelanchier laevis.

R J Hilton characteristics

• Gardening skillBeginner
• AwardsRHS AGM (current) - 2012
• Attractive featuresAttractive flowersAutumn foliage colour
• Growth habitUpright-spreading / Vase
• Height after 10 years2.5m-3.5m / 8ft-12ft
• SunlightPrefers full sunSome shade
• PruningPrune after flowering
• Site conditionsOccasional floodingFree-draining site
• Flower colourWhite
• Flowering monthApril
• Leaf colourGreen
• Leaf colour - autumnYellow / Crimson
• Leaf/Flower sequenceLeaves and Flowers appear together
• Fruit colourBlue - dark
• Country of originCanada
• Annual cycleDeciduous

What will it look like?

Illustrative example of a pot-grown tree of this variety as supplied. Approximate girth: 6/8cm. We try to keep all pot-grown trees down to about 1.5m as supplied, but some may be larger. Trees should reach their mature height after about 10 or more years.