SORBUS torminalis

Commonly known as Chequer(s) tree, Wild service-tree

A rare native tree with scaly bark and maple-like leaves
Further Reading....
  • Deciduous
    Variable leaves 6-14cm (2½-5½in) long with 5-7 pointed, toothed lobes sometimes turn crimson in autumn.
  • White
  • Height
    To 15m (49ft)
  • Spread
    3m (10ft)
  • Tree
    Tree with a broad, domed head or tall shrub. Smooth, dark-grey bark becomes fissured and peels in rectangular strips. Open clusters of flowers 1cm (½in) across are followed by brown, oval fruits to 1.5cm (¾in) long.
  • Hardy - very cold winter
    Hardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F)
  • Full sun
    Flowers and fruits better in sun.
  • Partial shade

SORBUS torminalis

 

 

  • Additional Features
    Berries
    These plants have berries.
    Good to know
    Native tree now confined to ancient woods. Wildlife plant - insects, birds. Has bark similar to hawthorn, leaves like a maple and flowers similar to rowan.
    Place of origin
    Europe, northwestern Africa, southwestern Asia.
  • Garden Location/Conditions
    Coastal / windswept
    Slightly back from the sea
  • Hardiness
    Fully hardy
  • Leaf margin
    Incised
    		(see photos above)
    Lobed
    		(see photos above)
  • Leaf shape
    Ovate
    		(see photos above)
  • Pruning group
    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.
  • Scented Plants
    Scented flowers
  • Seasonal Interest
    Autumn
    Spring
    Summer
  • Soil Conditions
    Fertile moist well-drained soil
    Neutral to alkaline soil
  • Tree Shape
    Rounded to broadly spreading
  • Wildlife
    Bee friendly
    Bird friendly
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Planting to avoid allergic reactions and asthma
Shrubs and Trees - Seeds - 1) Collecting Seeds
Shrubs and Trees - Seeds - 2) Storing Seeds
Shrubs and Trees - Seeds - 3) Planting Seeds
Sorbus - Growing Guide
Trees - Care Guide
to 15m (49ft)
 tree - guide for size not form Average Person
  3m (10ft)
  

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