Sorbus Aucuparia (Rowan) 'Golden Wonder'

Species	:	Sorbus Aucuparia Golden Wonder
Common Name(s)	:	Golden Wonder,Mountain Ash,Rowan
Tree Features	:	White Flower
Genus	:	Sorbus
Seasons of Interest	:	Spring Interest,Autumn Interest
Shape	:	Pyramidal
Mature Size	:	Medium (10-15m)
Tree Type	:	Deciduous Broad Leaf
Tree uses	:	Urban Sites,Garden,Parkland Trees

A most reliable and attractive selection of Rowan (Mountain Ash).

Sometimes classified under the Sorbus arnoldiana group this stocky vigorous rowan makes a fine tree that requires little maintenance.

Its lush leaves can turn to a decent orange / red in the autumn before falling.

This pyramidal grower is a good choice for verges, avenues and streets.

It makes a medium size, large leaved tree, which produces big bunches of golden yellow fruits from late summer onwards.

It thrives on most soils but like all rowans will prefer it slightly acid.

Mature height: 10-15m

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