A spreading tree or shrub with arching branches of divided, dark green leaves. Clusters of white flowers in late spring are followed by dark red berries ageing to pink then white. Max Height 5m. Max Spread 5m. Flowers April to May. Fruits June. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser.
Sorbus vilmorinii
A spreading tree or shrub with arching branches of divided, dark green leaves. Clusters of white flowers in late spring are followed by dark red berries ageing to pink then white.
Additional information
| Generic | Sorbus |
|---|---|
| Species | vilmorinii |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | |
| Flower Colour | white |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Deciduous |
| Height | 5m |
| Family | Rosaceae |
| Spread | 5m |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Rounded to broadly spreading |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | April, May |
| Colour Fruit | red, pink, white |
| Fruits When | June |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Specimen, Border |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | |
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