Sorbus aucuparia 'Sheerwater Seedling' Mountain Ash

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Sorbus aucuparia 'Sheerwater Seedling' Tree

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Sorbus aucuparia 'Sheerwater Seedling' Tree

Name: Sorbus aucuparia 'Sheerwater Seedling' Tree
Brand: Ornamental Trees
SKU: SAS.SS.10.1
Price: 75.0 GBP
Availability: InStock

Upright Mountain Ash Trees

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Mature standard tree

1.8m-2.0m clear stem with a branched crown on top

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Classic tree with one trunk

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Planting & Care

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Key features

Awards RHS Award of Garden Merit

Final size 6 x 3 metres in 20 years

Foliage Green pinnate leaves turn orange-yellow in autumn

Flowers Corymbs of flowers in spring, red-orange berries in autumn

Soil Best in moist, well-drained sites in any soil type except chalky

Description

Sorbus aucuparia 'Sheerwater Seedling' is an Upright Mountain Ash tree ideal for creating plenty of interest in small spaces. Fluffy, white corymbs of flowers appear in April-May that are popular with bees. Mid/dark green pinnate foliage turns vibrant shades of orange and red in the autumn which complements the reddish orange berries that hang in heavy clusters and are a treat for the birds.

Growing more upright than other Mountain Ash varieties, 'Sheerwater Seedling' will reach 6 x 3 metres in 20 years. It is ideal for smaller gardens looking for a focal point with plenty of interest, but equally looks fantastic in an avenue or group.

Sorbus aucuparia 'Sheerwater Seedling' is tough and will grow in most conditions including polluted and exposed areas. It prefers an acid soil but will grow well in others such as alkaline. A very versatile tree that is popular with wildlife.

AKA Upright mountain ash, Upright Rowan, Rowan Sheerwater Seedling

Planting Steps

1Preparation

Pot-grown plants can be planted at any time of year, whereas bare roots need to be planted between November and March.
Clear weeds and grass within a metre of the planting hole.
Dig a hole as deep as the root mass and twice as wide.
To help your plant establish more effectively, sprinkle Rootgrow in the hole.

2Planting

Gently loosen the roots and place into the planting hole.
Ensure the top of the plant's compost is flush with the level of the surrounding soil and the graft union or collar of the tree is above ground level.
Mix 50% of the original soil with 50% compost.
Fill in the hole, firming the soil gently.

3Last Steps

Water generously around the base of the plant.
If you are planting either a single stem tree or mature standard tree, we recommend adding a staking kit and rabbit guard.

Aftercare Advice

Rowan require a good watering regime for a couple of years whilst they establish. Water well and regularly through spring and summer, increasing in hot or dry weather. If planting in autumn, you may only need to water a little. It is advisable to keep the area free of competing weeds and grass during this period.

Rowan trees require a strong framework to support their many berries, so it is good to encourage this by raising the crown in summer. Simply prune the lower branches and any crossing, damaged or diseased branches within the crown. Hard pruning can be carried out in the dormant season, from autumn to winter.

For more detailed advice and video guides, please visit our Help & Advice section.

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