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Seedling Mountain Ash Sheerwater Seedling, Rowan Sheerwater Seedling
Sorbus aucuparia Sheerwater SeedlingAbout this product
Sorbus aucuparia Sheerwater Seedling is a well-known Mountain Ash that has long been planted in urban environments and as a street tree.
It is a stalwart performer that won the RHS Award of Garden Merit in 2002.
The foliage of this Mountain Ash is similar to that of the species. It is mid-green, compound, and contains 4-9 pairs of leaflets.
When they appear in the spring, the flowers are creamy-white and hang in clusters. In the autumn, bright red, bird-friendly berries follow, at which point the green leaves of this reliable tree turn yellow and gold.
At maturity, Sorbus aucuparia Sheerwater Seedling forms an oval tree; however, as a young tree, the branches are fairly stiffly ascending, giving it an upright look for a number of years.
Over time, this tight shape is interrupted by heavy fruits, which gradually open the crown.
This tree will tolerate a wide range of soil conditions and does not mind being planted in semi-shade.
This tree is useful where space is limited. It will provide year-round interest and fodder for the local wildlife.
We recommend rabbit guards for these trees if you live in an area prone to rabbits or deer.
Mature Height: 7-12m
Specifications
- Common names
- Seedling Mountain Ash Sheerwater Seedling, Rowan Sheerwater Seedling
- Height of tree
- 7-12m
- Soil type
- Well drained, Clay, Chalk/Alkaline, Acidic
- Shape
- Oval
- Blossom Colour
- White
- Foliage Colour
- Green
- Information Flags
- Good for bees, Award
- Looks good in
- Spring
- Location
- Garden, Parkland
- Genus
- Sorbus