Amelanchier canadensis 'Rainbow Pillar'

Common name: Rainbow Pillar Serviceberry

Description: This outstanding cultivar of Canadian Serviceberry offers exceptional four-season interest in a compact, upright form. In spring, masses of delicate white, five-petalled flowers appear before the leaves emerge, creating a spectacular display. The dense foliage emerges with bronze-red tones before maturing to fresh green throughout summer. In early summer, the flowers give way to small, edible purple-black berries that are prized by both wildlife and gardeners alike. The autumn display is particularly magnificent, with leaves transforming to brilliant shades of orange, red, and golden yellow. 'Rainbow Pillar' maintains a neat, columnar habit making it ideal for smaller gardens where space is at a premium.

Other benefits: four-season interest with spring flowers, summer fruit, and spectacular autumn colour; compact upright habit perfect for small gardens; edible berries suitable for jams and baking; drought tolerant once established

Wildlife attraction: bees, butterflies, pollinators in spring; birds including robins, blackbirds, and thrushes for the berries; provides early nectar source after winter

Height & spread (approx.) at 10 years: 4.5m x 2.5m

Position: best in full sun to partial shade; tolerates a wide range of conditions but benefits from some protection from strong winds

Soil pH: adaptable to various soils; performs well in neutral to slightly acidic conditions; tolerates clay and sandy soils

Moisture: moderate watering required when young; drought tolerant once established; prefers well-drained soil but tolerates occasional waterlogging

Winter hardiness: extremely hardy to -30°C; fully frost tolerant in all UK regions