BlueBell Arboretum & Nursery

Mail order trees, shrubs, conifers and woody climbers

Ordering a quantity of 1 = 1 bundle of 50 plants, 2 = 2 bundles of 50 plants, etc!

Description

A small deciduous tree, Sorbus aucuparia has dark green, pinnate leaves and large bunches of bright reddish-orange fruit in autumn which are very popular with birds. A tough and sturdy tree, this is ideal for planting in shelter belts, windbreaks and woodland areas in exposed areas.

Features

• Common name: Mountain Ash or Rowan.
• Position: Full sun or partial shade.
• Soil: Any fertile soil. Sorbus aucuparia will tolerate very acid soils.
• Hardiness: Hardy.
• Rate of Growth: Moderate to vigorous.
• Habit: Small branching tree.
• Height: 10 m (32 ft)
• Spread: 8 m (26 ft)
• Notes: Available to order from November to February only.
• Size: 40 - 60 cm tall, bare root plants