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Multi-Stem Mountain Ash Rowan Tree | Sorbus aucuparia

More stems, more impact!

Grown by Mike

Roots' Cotswolds Valley Nursery

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Multi-Stem Mountain Ash Rowan Tree | Sorbus aucuparia Ornamental Trees
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Vilmorin's Rowan Tree | Sorbus vilmorinii Ornamental Trees
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Multi-Stem Mountain Ash Rowan Tree | Sorbus aucuparia Ornamental Trees
Multi-Stem Mountain Ash Rowan Tree | Sorbus aucuparia Ornamental Trees

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Multi-Stem Mountain Ash Rowan Tree
Sorbus aucuparia

  • A more compact, multi stem version of the classic Mountain Ash that's perfect for average to small gardens
  • Multi-stemmed trees have between 3-5 stems growing from ground level to form branching at a lower level
  • In the spring, Sorbus bursts into life, producing clusters of creamy white flowers to welcome the bees back into your garden
  • A big hit with wildlife, attracting bees, butterflies, moths and birds including waxwings, thrushes and fieldfares
  • Later in the year, Rowans erupt into a fiery display of orange and gold foliage whilst producing an abundance of shiny red berries which brighten up your autumn garden and provide much needed food for the local birds during winter
  • Pollution tolerant, fully hardy and low maintenance with minimal pruning needed
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What to expect

Supplied as

Air-Pot® Grown Rootballed Tree
This tree is grown in an Air-Pot®, which promotes healthy root growth by air-pruning roots and preventing root spiraling. Before delivery, we will unclip the Air-Pot® and wrap the tree's rootball in hessian so that your tree can be transported safely and we can reuse the pot. You can also purchase the Air-Pot® seperately if you prefer and we will send the tree in the pot in which it was grown.

Height on arrival

200-250cm inc. rootball (Air-Pot® sold separately)

Eventual height

Eventual spread

8m
Spreads 4m unless pruned

Flower colour

White
Creamy white flowers appearing in spring, shortly followed by vibrant red berries

Habit

Bushy
This tree has several shoots rather than a single stem, often arising from a central point but sometimes also from elsewhere.

Hardiness

Fully hardy
Rowan trees are native to the UK and will not be damaged by the winter

Spacing

Will this grow in my garden?

Can I grow this in a pot?

Yes, Multi-Stem Mountain Ash Rowan Tree can be grown in a large container (50-60cm). It is generally fine long-term but will need regular feeding and watering. Protect from extreme heat above 30°C.

How big does it get?

The Multi-Stem Mountain Ash Rowan Tree reaches a mature height of 8 to 10 metres, with a spread of 5 to 6 metres, although it can be maintained at a smaller size with regular pruning.

How much sunlight does this need?

Multi-Stem Mountain Ash Rowan Tree prefers full sun to partial shade, requiring at least 4 to 6 hours of direct sunlight daily to thrive.

What kind of soil does this plant prefer?

Multi-Stem Mountain Ash Rowan Tree prefers well-drained, moderately fertile soil, but is quite adaptable to most soil types including clay, loam, and chalk. It tolerates winter ground temperatures down to -10°C. Plant in a hole at least 50cm wide for best results.

How much watering does this plant need?

Multi-Stem Mountain Ash Rowan Tree requires regular watering, especially during its first few years of establishment. Provide approximately 10 to 20 litres of water per week, ensuring the soil remains moist but well-drained. During hot weather above 25°C, increase watering frequency to prevent the roots from drying out.

Will this plant need pruning?

Multi-Stem Mountain Ash Rowan Tree requires minimal pruning; simply remove any dead, diseased, or damaged wood in late winter or early spring.

How hardy is this plant?

Sorbus aucuparia is exceptionally hardy with an RHS rating of H7, capable of surviving temperatures below -20°C in severe climates.

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Meet Mike

Tree-growing skills honed right across the globe

Having started out in Australia, studied in Northern Ireland and volunteered at an organic farm in Sweden, it’s fair to say Mike’s done his fair share of travel on his horticultural journey, so far! Having happily laid down roots here at Roots, Mike is the don behind our tree-growing operation, imparting each and every one of his globally-honed skills to benefit your garden. Grown in our purpose-built nursery, in the ideal climatic conditions of the fertile Vale of Evesham, we’re proud to supply only the happiest, healthiest and hardiest trees.

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