Sorbus Vilmorinii Pink Charm berries fading to pink

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Sorbus vilmorinii 'Pink Charm' Tree

Name: Sorbus vilmorinii 'Pink Charm' Tree
Brand: Ornamental Trees
SKU: SVP.SS.10.1
Price: 67.5 GBP
Availability: InStock

Vilmorin's Rowan Trees

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

£67.50

£67.50 ~~£75~~

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Final size 4 x 3 metres in 20 years

Foliage Green, fern-like leaves with autumn colour (deciduous)

Flowers White flowers in spring

Fruit Ornamental pink berries in autumn-winter

Position Full sun to part shade

Soil Well-draining

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Planting & Care

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Description

Sorbus vilmorinii 'Pink Charm' is, as the name suggests, a very charming Rowan tree that offers something new with every season. Bright red berries which emerge in autumn take on shades of hot pink and then fade in colour as the season progresses, taking on a pleasant pale pink colour. The berries are preceded by small white flowers that grow in late spring to early summer against slender green leaves. This foliage takes on tones of red and purple in autumn.

Sorbus vilmorinii 'Pink Charm' has a slightly more spreading habit than other Rowan trees but remains a compact tree that is ideal for smaller gardens. Its light and airy canopy makes it an ideal choice for creating dappled shade in warmer months. A good choice for urban areas and exposed coastal regions, Vilmorin's 'Pink Charm' is happy in most moist, well-draining soils and a full sun to partial shade position. Expect an approximate height and spread of 4 x 3 metres in 20 years.

AKA Pink Charm Rowan, Pink Charm Mountain Ash, Vilmorin's Pink Charm Rowan

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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