European Montain Ash - Free

Sorbus aucuparia

Out of stock

European Montain Ash
Family : 
Rosaceae
Origin : 
Exotic
Hardiness : 
3a
Exposition : 
Full sun
Height at maturity : 
10 m
Spread at maturity : 
7 m
Spacing requirement from power lines and infrastructure : 
6 m
Crown shape : 
Oval
Roots : 
Intermediate
Growth rate : 
Average
Soil and moisture : 
Deep, adapts to various soils; Medium moisture; Acidic pH.
Tolerance to pollution : 
Average
Tolerance to road salt : 
Average
Tolerance to spray salt : 
Low
Tolerance to compacting : 
High
Common problems (disease, fungus, insects) : 
Susceptible to fire blight; Rarely affected by pest insects.
Special comments : 
This species is is very hardy. Attracts birds. Ideal for adding a touch of colour and elegance to gardens of all sizes.

LEAVES

Leaves are glaucous and green in summer, becoming yellow, red in autumn;
Leaves are pinnate and composed of 11-15 dentale leaflets.

 

 

FLOWERS

Produces a white corymb between 5 to 10 cm in diameter;
Flowering occurs later

FRUITS

Produces orange to coral red berries in summer;
Non edible;
Eaten by birds.

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