'White Wax' Rowan Tree | Sorbus arnoldiana
Clouds of snow white berries
Grown by Mike
Roots' Cotswolds Valley Nursery
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120-150cm inc. pot on arrival
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'White Wax' Rowan Tree
Sorbus arnoldiana
- Most people know rowan trees for their bright red or orange berries. But what if we told you about a rowan with snow white berries? 'White Wax' is the (not-so-inventively-named) tree that does just that.
- From late summer well into winter, the tree is wreathed in satin white berries, held against a backdrop of lush green foliage.
- A strong contender for 'tree with the best autumn colour', 'White Wax' foliage takes on an inferno of fiery hues (red, orange and bronze).
- An incredibly easy tree to grow, this rowan has significant wildlife interest, including birds (blackbirds, thrushes and redwings), insects (bees, hoverflies and beetles) and small mammals (mice, voles and squirrels).
- Did you know? Rowan trees have a long history, having traditionally been used to help ward off witches!
- Please note: this page includes selected AI-assisted imagery for illustrative purposes.
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, 'White Wax' 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 'White Wax' Rowan Tree reaches a mature height of around 6 to 8 metres, with a spread of 4 to 5 metres, although it can be maintained at a smaller size with regular pruning.
How much sunlight does this need?
'White Wax' 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?
'White Wax' 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?
'White Wax' 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?
'White Wax' Rowan Tree requires minimal pruning; simply remove any dead, diseased, or damaged wood in late winter or early spring.
How hardy is this plant?
The 'White Wax' rowan is fully hardy across the UK with an RHS rating of H6, enduring temperatures from -15°C to -20°C.
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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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