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Sorbus aucuparia Tree

Name: Sorbus aucuparia Tree
Brand: Ornamental Trees
SKU: SAN.SS.10.1
Price: 4.79 GBP
Availability: OutOfStock

Native Mountain Ash

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Final size 6 x 4 metres in 20 years

Foliage Pinnate leaves turn fiery colours in autumn (deciduous)

Flowers Corymbs of white flowers in spring

Eco benefits Native to UK, feed birds, RHS Plants for Pollinators

Fruit Ornamental orange-red berries in autumn

Soil Well-draining / neutral to acidic soil

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Description

Sorbus aucuparia is a small, native tree with wonderful bright berries in autumn. Mid-green, pinnate foliage has a serrated edge and develops good red autumn colours. White flowers are carried on corymbs in April-May and are alluring to bees. These are followed by attractive, orange-red berries that hang in bundle. Birds will devour these berries but they can also be used in jellies.

The Common Mountain Ash tree will grow in many difficult situations including polluted and exposed areas. It is most at home in acid soil but will do well in others, such as alkaline soil. It is a rounded tree that will grow to 6 x 4 metres in 20 years and it's abundance of features makes it a good choice for small gardens.

Sorbus aucuparia is a very attractive Mountain Ash tree that is a wildlife magnet and is legend to keep witches at bay!

AKA Common Mountain Ash, European Mountain Ash, Common Rowan, European Rowan, Quicken tree, Rantry,

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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