Sorbus aucuparia Sheerwater Seedling (Rowan Sheerwater seedling)

“Sorbus aucuparia Sheerwater Seedling is a well-known Mountain Ash that has long been planted in urban environments and as a street tree. The foliage of this Mountain Ash is similar to the species, being a mid-green, compound and containing 4-9 pairs of leaflets. The flowers are creamy white and hang in clusters when they appear in the spring and are followed by bright red, bird friendly, berries in the autumn, as which point the green leaves of this reliable tree turn yellows and gold.
At maturity Sorbus aucuparia Sheerwater Seedling forms an oval tree; however as a young tree the branches are fairly stiffly ascending, giving it an upright look for a number of years. Over time this tight shape is interrupted by the heavy fruits, which gradually open the crown up. This tree will tolerate a wide range of soil conditions and does not mind being planted in semi-shade.
This tree is useful where space is limited and will provide year round interest coupled with fodder for the local wildlife.”