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Sorbus alnifolia 'Red Bird' Tree

Name: Sorbus alnifolia 'Red Bird' Tree
Brand: Ornamental Trees
SKU: SAR.SS.12.1
Price: 90.0 GBP
Availability: InStock

Single stem tree, 150-200cm, 12L pot

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Planting & Care

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Key features

Final size 6 x 3.5 metres in 20 years

Foliage Green leaves with autumn colour (deciduous)

Flowers Clusters of white flowers followed by red berries

Fruit Ornamental berries

Eco benefits Good for pollinators, food for birds

Soil Prefers moist yet well-draining soil

Description

Sorbus alnifolia 'Red Bird' is a fantastic slender tree providing plenty of interest and benefits to wildlife in several seasons. In late spring to early summer, flat-topped clusters of pretty white flowers decorate the tree and are a source of food for pollinators. Colourful orange-red, oval berries follow and are devoured by birds. Deeply veined green leaves turn vibrant oranges and reds providing further autumn interest.

Sorbus alnifolia 'Red Bird' will grow to around 6 metres in height and 3.5 metres spread over 20 years. A hardy Mountain Ash tree, 'Red Bird' can cope with exposure to the elements. Best planted in full sun or partial shade in soil with good drainage. Originating from China and Korea, this Rowan is a fantastic feature-packed tree for the garden.

AKA Rowan 'Red Bird'

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.

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