Sorbus Aucuparia (Rowan) 'Sheerwater Seedling'

Species	:	Sorbus Aucuparia Sheerwater Seedling
Common Name(s)	:	Mountain Ash,Rowan,Sheerwater Seedling
Tree Features	:	White Flower
Genus	:	Sorbus
Seasons of Interest	:	Spring Interest,Autumn Interest
Shape	:	Oval
Mature Size	:	Medium (10-15m)
Tree Type	:	Deciduous Broad Leaf
Tree uses	:	Small Gardens,Urban Sites,Garden,Avenue Trees,Restricted Spaces

Perhaps the best of all Rowans (Mountain Ash) for street planting.

Along with the clone ‘Cardinal Royal’ this variety represents the best choice for urban planting where space is restricted.

A winner of the Award of garden Merit in 2002, this well known tree has proven to be popular for a number of years.

This medium size, oval tree will also tolerate semi-shade.

It thrives on most soils and its ascending branches and dominant leader makes it a tree requiring little maintenance.

White flowers are followed by bird friendly red berries by September and the green leaves turn a decent yellow / orange in the autumn.

Mature height: 10-15m

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