
Lovely green pinnate leaves appear in spring and turn glorious shades of orange, purple and red in autumn. Clusters of white flowers appear in spring and are followed in autumn by small yellow berries, which birds love. An outstanding small tree which can tolerate a wide range of soils and conditions.
How to care for Sorbus Joseph Rock:
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.
Flowering period:
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Eventual height:
8m
Eventual spread:
4m
Position:
Full sun / light shade
Rate of growth:
Average
Soil:
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness:
Fully hardy
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This tree is deciduous so it will lose all its leaves in autumn, then fresh new foliage appears again each spring.
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Humans/Pets: Fruit are ornamental - not to be eaten
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Geranium phaeum 'Album'
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2 litre pot | £18.99 |
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9cm pot | £9.99 |
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Lovely green pinnate leaves appear in spring and turn glorious shades of orange, purple and red in autumn. Clusters of white flowers appear in spring and are followed in autumn by small yellow berries, which birds love. An outstanding small tree which can tolerate a wide range of soils and conditions.
How to care for Sorbus Joseph Rock:
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.
Flowering period:
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Eventual height:
8m
Eventual spread:
4m
Position:
Full sun / light shade
Rate of growth:
Average
Soil:
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness:
Fully hardy
-
This tree is deciduous so it will lose all its leaves in autumn, then fresh new foliage appears again each spring.
-
Humans/Pets: Fruit are ornamental - not to be eaten
Product options
Add to basket
Delivery options (pick your preferred option at checkout)
Goes well with
Geranium phaeum 'Album'
cranesbill
From £9.99
View options
2 litre pot | £18.99 |
|
3 × 2 litre pots | £44.99 |
|
9cm pot | £9.99 |
|
3 × 9cm pots | £22.99 |
|
6 × 9cm pots | £39.99 |
|
View details