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SORBUS 'Copper Kettle'
Commonly known as Rowan
A compact growing tree with good red and orange autumn leaves and coppery coloured fruit persisting into winter
Whip
£40.00 each
H/Std
£80.00 each
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BerriesThese plants have berries.
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Good to know
Wildlife plant - insects, birds. Persistent berries. Possibly a seedling of 'Joseph Rock' -
Pests & Diseases
Aphids, sawfly larvae, canker, honey fungus, fireblight -
Place of origin
Europe, Asia -
Deciduousleaves to 25cm (10in) long, composed of 13-19 sharply toothed leaflets
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White
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Coastal / windsweptSlightly back from the sea
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Cottage garden
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Suitable for small gardens
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Town garden
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Pinnate
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Serrate
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Elliptic
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Height
5m (16ft) -
Spread
3m (10ft)
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TreeSmall 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) -
Scented flowers
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Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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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 -
Broadly conical
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Bee friendly
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Bird friendly
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Mature Size5m (16ft)
3m (10ft)
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