From being a shrub it sometimes grows to become a small tree. The broad, vase-shaped crown and fine branching pattern give this tree a striking winter silhouette. The dark-green, long-stemmed and broadly elliptical leaves are bare and coloured greyish green underneath. In the autumn they turn to purple. The white flowers are in large, loose, pendulous flower clusters. Berries appear starting in late July and turn from a purplish red colour to black. They are 1 cm large and very edible, with a sweet flavour. The large quantity of berries can create problems for paved ground below. 'Ballerina' has a fine root system close to the surface. It places little demands on the soil, prefers slightly calcareous soil that is not too wet. Very strong tree, resistant to wind and severe frost.
Our trees can only be planted when they don't have any leaves. Due to the this we will start delivering again from November 2024.
Amelanchier 'Ballerina' can eventually reach a height of 4 - 6 m, depending on the site and climate conditions.
Amelanchier 'Ballerina' is average growing and can eventually reach a height of 4 - 6 m, depending on the site and climate conditions.
The leaves of Amelanchier 'Ballerina' turn red, purple in autumn.
The right time to plant Amelanchier 'Ballerina' is during the dormancy period. In Western Europe, Amelanchier 'Ballerina' with root balls can generally be planted from mid-November to late April, although this depends strongly on the climatic conditions and the species of tree.