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SORBUS
Commonly known as Rowan
Genus of about 100 species of deciduous trees and shrubs, widely distributed in the northern hemisphere.
Vast range of attractive cultivars, most suited to small to average gardens and ideal in woodland settings. Includes the natives Mountain ash, aucuparia, the Whitebeam, aria and Wild service, torminalis.
All are valued for leaf shape, flowers, berries and their benefit to insects and birds. Tolerant of atmospheric pollution.
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes - Click to close
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Pests & Diseases
Aphids, sawfly larvae, canker, honey fungus, fireblight -
Place of origin
Central China -
DeciduousOval to oblong, double-toothed leaves, boldly marked with 9-16 pairs of parallel veins.
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White
With pink-purple anthers -
Woodland garden
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Fully hardy
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Dentate
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Oblong
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Height
4m (13ft) -
Spread
2.5m (8ft)
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Tall ShrubLarge shrub or small tree with erect stems, wide-spread branches producing a flat-topped, tiered crown. Bronze-tinted leaves appear in late winter and early spring, turning green and then golden-orange in autumn. Produces conspicuous corymbs, 5-8cm (2-3in) across, of clear-white flowers followed by small, brown, pear-shaped fruit.
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Tree
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Pruning group 1
Suitable for: Deciduous and evergreen trees, and some deciduous shrubs.
Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Prune wayward or crossing branches to maintain a healthy framework.
When: When dormant in the late winter/early spring. Some in the summer/autumn to prevent bleeding of sap.
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Hardy - very cold winter
Hardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F) -
Fertile moist well-drained soilModerately fertile. Humus-rich
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Neutral to acid soil
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Full sun
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Partial shade
Light, dappled shade -
Bee friendly
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Bird friendly
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Mature Size4m (13ft)
2.5m (8ft)
View Planting Tips and Care Advice
Planting to avoid allergic reactions and asthma
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Sorbus - Growing Guide
