Sorbus wardii
Tibetan whitebeam ( syn. Sorbus thibetica )
A rare and hardy ornamental tree offering year-round interest for neutral to acid soils. In spring, its young leaves are silvery-grey and downy, maturing to a vibrant green with sparsely hairy undersides. Clusters of creamy-white flowers bloom, attracting wildlife to the garden. As summer turns to autumn, the tree bears amber-orange fruits, speckled with greyish-brown, providing a vital food source for birds. With its compact, upright growth, Sorbus wardii is an ideal choice for smaller gardens.
How to care for Sorbus wardii:
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:
10m
Eventual spread:
4m
Position:
Full sun
Rate of growth:
Fast-growing
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
12 litre pot | 1.2 - 1.5m tall
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