Buy mountain ash [Autumn Spire] ( syn. Sorbus 'Flanrock' ) Sorbus 'Autumn Spire ('Flanrock') (PBR)'

Sorbus Autumn Spire ('Flanrock') (PBR)

Position: full sun or lightly dappled shade
Soil: tolerates most soil conditions
Rate of growth: average
Flowering period: May
Hardiness: fully hardy

A small, upright to columnar deciduous tree with bright green leaves that turn purple, red and yellow in the autumn. The autumn colour contrasts well with masses of bird-loving yellow berries with red centres. ‘Flanrock’ has white flowers appear in the summer making it a great choice for small to medium-sized gardens looking for long season interest.
Garden care: 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.