Sorbus commixta Japanese Rowan in autumn

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Sorbus commixta Tree

Name: Sorbus commixta Tree
Brand: Ornamental Trees
SKU: SC.ST.28.1
Price: 80.0 GBP
Availability: OutOfStock

Japanese Rowan Trees

From £250

From £250 ~~£250~~

Final size 6 x 4 metres in 20 years

Foliage Green leaves turn fiery colours in autumn (deciduous)

Flowers Corymbs of flowers in spring

Fruit Ornamental orange-red berries in autumn/winter

Position Full sun to part shade / tolerates exposed sites

Soil Moist but well-draining

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Description

Sorbus commixta is arguably one of the very best Mountain Ash trees for autumn colour. The mid-green, pinnate foliage turns vivid red and orange in the autumn and orange-red berries are produced in large clusters. These berries are popular with birds throughout the winter and provide an additional element of seasonal interest. Corymbs of fluffy white flowers appear in May-June and are very popular with bees and other pollinating insects.

This small erect Japanese Rowan tree will grow to 6 x 4 metres in 20 years so is ideal for limited spaces. It is very tough Rowan tree that tolerates an exposed position and suits full or part sun. It will grow in most soils, although it is happiest in a slightly acidic soil.

AKA Japanese Rowan, Mountain ash, Sorbus commixta 'Nanakamado'

Planting Steps

1Preparation

Pot-grown plants can be planted at any time of year, whereas bare roots need to be planted between November and March.
Clear weeds and grass within a metre of the planting hole.
Dig a hole as deep as the root mass and twice as wide.
To help your plant establish more effectively, sprinkle Rootgrow in the hole.

2Planting

Gently loosen the roots and place into the planting hole.
Ensure the top of the plant's compost is flush with the level of the surrounding soil and the graft union or collar of the tree is above ground level.
Mix 50% of the original soil with 50% compost.
Fill in the hole, firming the soil gently.

3Last Steps

Water generously around the base of the plant.
If you are planting either a single stem tree or mature standard tree, we recommend adding a staking kit and rabbit guard.

Aftercare Advice

Rowan require a good watering regime for a couple of years whilst they establish. Water well and regularly through spring and summer, increasing in hot or dry weather. If planting in autumn, you may only need to water a little. It is advisable to keep the area free of competing weeds and grass during this period.

Rowan trees require a strong framework to support their many berries, so it is good to encourage this by raising the crown in summer. Simply prune the lower branches and any crossing, damaged or diseased branches within the crown. Hard pruning can be carried out in the dormant season, from autumn to winter.

For more detailed advice and video guides, please visit our Help & Advice section.

MAINLAND UK — excluding remote locations
Small trees & shrubs*: £12 for 1 or more
Larger shrubs & mature Japanese Maples: £35 for 1 or more
Mature, Pleached, Hedging & Specialist Trees: £65 for 1 or more

REMOTE UK LOCATIONS — including Scottish Highlands & Islands
Small trees & shrubs*: £35 for 1 or more
Larger shrubs & mature Japanese Maples: £65 for 1 or more
Mature, Pleached, Hedging & Specialist Trees: £120 for 1 or more

*Small trees & shrubs are typically supplied in pots up to 15 litres.
Additional remote-location surcharges may apply.
Unfortunately, we are not able to make delivery of live plants to Northern Ireland or any countries outside of the UK.

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