Mountain Ash ‘Showy’

Description

Sorbus decora

Zone: 2
Exposure: Full Sun
Mature Size: 20-30′ high x 10-20′ wide
Tree Form: Upright, rounded
Canopy: Open
Growth Rate: Slow to Moderate
Special Features:  Red berries (larger than other varieties), resists fireblight
Fall Color:  Orange/red

Description: Perfect as a specimen or shade tree and the hardiest Mountain Ash.  Showy clusters of white flowers in spring followed by bright scarlet berries lasting into winter; attractive deep green leaves turn red and orange in fall. Fruit is a favorite food source for birds in the winter!

Ornamental Features: White flower clusters in mid spring become orange-red fruit, providing a stunning accent to the deep green leaves. A “Showy” tree in any season!

Landscape Attributes: Deciduous tree with an upright rounded form. Low maintenance, best pruned in late winter. Excellent choice for attracting birds to your yard.