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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
Further Reading....
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Deciduousleaves to 25cm (10in) long, composed of 13-19 sharply toothed leaflets
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White
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Height5m (16ft)
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Spread3m (10ft)
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TreeSmall tree
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Hardy - very cold winterHardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F)
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Full sun
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Partial shadeLight, dappled shade
SORBUS 'Copper Kettle'
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Additional FeaturesBerriesThese plants have berries.Good to knowWildlife plant - insects, birds. Persistent berries. Possibly a seedling of 'Joseph Rock'Pests & DiseasesAphids, sawfly larvae, canker, honey fungus, fireblightPlace of originEurope, Asia
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Garden Location/ConditionsCoastal / windsweptSlightly back from the seaCottage gardenSuitable for small gardensTown garden
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Leaf formPinnate
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Leaf marginSerrate
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Leaf shapeElliptic
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Pruning groupPruning group 1Suitable 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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Scented PlantsScented flowers
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Seasonal InterestAutumnSpringSummer
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Soil ConditionsFertile moist well-drained soilModerately fertile. Humus-richNeutral to acid soil
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Tree ShapeBroadly conical
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WildlifeBee friendlyBird friendly
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Sorbus - Growing Guide
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