Japanese Rowan

Grown for its almost year-round interest, Sorbus commixta is a medium-sized deciduous tree of compact, conical, upright habit. Creamy-white flowers up to 6”/15cm across appear in May, followed in late summer by red or orange-red berries, which hold on the tree well into winter. The leaves are dark green, similar to the native rowan’s, turning yellow, then fiery red and purple in autumn. The Japanese Rowan is also good for pollinators and wild birds.

Site: Tolerates exposure
Soil: Any reasonably well drained soil, acid to neutral soils preferred
Position: Full sun or partial shade
Season of Interest: Spring, autumn, early winter
Hardiness: Fully hardy
Height: 26-40’ (8-12m)  Spread: 13-26’ (4-8m)