SORBUS harrowiana

Commonly known as Rowan

A rare species with very distinct pinnate leaves. Small flowers in feathered corymbs and pink or white fruits
Further Reading....
  • Deciduous
    Leaves 20-30cm (8-12in) long with 2-4 pairs of leaflets 15-18cm (6-7in) and a long-stalked terminal leaflet
  • Height
    5m (16ft)
  • Spread
    2m (6½ft)
  • Tall Shrub
    Compact habit with stout, ascending branches. Large bunches of small fruits follow the flowers
  • Tree
  • Hardy - average winter
    Hardy through most of the UK apart from inland valleys, at altitude and central/northerly locations. May suffer foliage damage and stem dieback in harsh winters in cold gardens. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -10°C (14°F)
  • Full sun
  • Partial shade

SORBUS harrowiana

 

 

  • Additional Features
    Berries
    These plants have berries.
    Good to know
    Striking leaves. Collected by George Forrest in 1912
    Place of origin
    Myanmar, China (Yunnan)
  • Garden Location/Conditions
    Coastal / windswept
    Slightly back from the sea
    Cottage garden
    Suitable for small gardens
    Town garden
  • Hardiness
    Fully hardy
  • Leaf form
    Pinnate
    (see photos above)
  • Leaf margin
    Serrulate
    (see photos above)
  • Leaf shape
    Oblong
    (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.

  • Seasonal Interest
    Autumn
    Spring
    Summer
  • Soil Conditions
    Fertile moist well-drained soil
    Tolerates all
  • Wildlife
    Bee friendly
    Bird friendly
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5m (16ft)
Tall Shrub - guide for size not form Average Person
  2m (6½ft)
 

Useful extras...

Fertilisers & Feeds - Vitax
Q4 Pelleted Fertiliser
A useful fertiliser suitable for use on a wide variety of plants. Q4 provides all the nutrients and trace elements essential for vigorous growth, abundant flowering and ripening of fruit.
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Rootgrow mycorrhizal fungi
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3 options from £3.00

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Rootgrow Ericoid mycorrhizal fungi
This specially adapted Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi will boost the growth of acid-loving plants like rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers and blueberries. It contains ericoid and arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi, which are found in poor acidic soils where ericaceous plants naturally grow.
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All-purpose Seaweed Stimulant
All-purpose organic concentrated seaweed feed that is a ready to use, derived from sustainable harvested kelp, that can be used on all outdoor and indoor plants, except acid loving plants. Perfect used in conjunction with Rootgrow™.
Only £7.50

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