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Sorbus aucuparia 'Sheerwater Seedling'
mountain ash, Rowan (syn. Sorbus aucuparia 'Sheerwater')
A tall, upright tree with rich green leaves that turn deep red and yellow in autumn, especially after a cool summer....
9 litre pot | 2.1m
In stock (delivery within 2-3 working days)
bare root | 1.2m tall
available to order from winter
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Plant description
A tall, upright tree with rich green leaves that turn deep red and yellow in autumn, especially after a cool summer. In late spring, sprays of tiny white flowers cover the tree and are followed by bunches of red berries in autumn. Like all mountain ashes, Sorbus aucuparia 'Sheerwater Seedling' can tolerate a variety of conditions and because of its tall, narrow shape, it's perfect for where space is limited.
Eventual height & spread
Flowering period
- Jan
- Feb
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- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
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- Sep
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- Dec
Plant features
Position
Full sun
Rate of growth
Fast-growing
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness
Fully hardy
How to care for Sorbus aucuparia Sheerwater Seedling:
Avoiding frozen and waterlogged soil, trees should be planted out as they arrive. If you've ordered a bare root tree, soak the roots in a bucket of water for half an hour prior to planting, or if this is not possible, they can be heeled in temporarily, covering their roots with soil, or potted up.
Protect from cold, drying winds. When planting incorporate lots of well-rotted garden compost in the planting hole. To safeguard your trees during shipping and their initial growth, we may supply them attached to a bamboo cane. This support system helps prevent bending or snapping during the early years, ensuring a strong and healthy start. We recommend leaving the cane in place for up to three years, checking the ties seasonally to prevent excessive tightening. Once the tree has developed sufficient strength to stand independently, the cane can be removed. In addition, we advise staking the tree and any attached cane, securely to provide additional support.
Requires minimal pruning. Remove any broken, diseased or crossing branches in late autumn or winter.
Protect from cold, drying winds. When planting incorporate lots of well-rotted garden compost in the planting hole. To safeguard your trees during shipping and their initial growth, we may supply them attached to a bamboo cane. This support system helps prevent bending or snapping during the early years, ensuring a strong and healthy start. We recommend leaving the cane in place for up to three years, checking the ties seasonally to prevent excessive tightening. Once the tree has developed sufficient strength to stand independently, the cane can be removed. In addition, we advise staking the tree and any attached cane, securely to provide additional support.
Requires minimal pruning. Remove any broken, diseased or crossing branches in late autumn or winter.
Please note:
This tree is deciduous so it will lose all its leaves in autumn, then fresh new foliage appears again each spring.
Warning
Humans/Pets: Fruit are ornamental - not to be eaten
