Sorbus × thuringiaca 'Fastigiata'
mountain ash, Rowan ( syn. Sorbus hybrida 'Fastigiata' )
This distinctive rowan hybrid combines ornamental qualities and resilience in a formal, columnar form ideal for urban gardens. Emerging narrow...
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Plant description
This distinctive rowan hybrid combines ornamental qualities and resilience in a formal, columnar form ideal for urban gardens. Emerging narrow in youth, the foliage unfurls with dark green upper surfaces and silvery grey undersides reminiscent of Sorbus aria (Whitebeam). Come autumn, the leaves transform to brilliant orange tones. Clusters of creamy white spring flowers give way to abundant orange-red berry bunches that provide winter interest for birds. Though narrow when young, the tree broadens with age into an oval shape. Offering year-round interest and extreme durability, Sorbus × thuringiaca 'Fastigiata' is a stellar choice where space is limited or conditions are challenging.
Eventual height & spread
Flowering period
- Jan
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Plant features
Position
Full sun / light shade
Rate of growth
Average
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness
Fully hardy
How to care for Sorbus × thuringiaca Fastigiata:
Requires minimal pruning. Remove any broken, diseased or crossing branches in late autumn or winter. When planting incorporate lots of well-rotted garden compost in the planting hole and stake firmly.
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
