BlueBell Arboretum & Nursery

Mail order trees, shrubs, conifers and woody climbers

Description

An unusual new introduction to the United Kingdom, Sorbus folgneri 'Emiel' has narrow, light green leaves which turn a brilliant glowing amber, orange and red in autumn. The oldest specimen we have in our arboretum has not yet fruited here and we eagerly await to see the colour of the berries which may be red or possibly amber!

Sorbus folgneri 'Emiel' is a spectacular small tree, grown for its attractive leaves and stunning autumn colour.

Supplied Size: 1.5L containers (60 - 80 cm tall)

• Position: Full sun or light, dappled shade.
• Soil: Well drained, fertile soils.
• Hardiness: Hardy.
• Flowering Period: May.
• Rate of Growth: Moderate.
• Habit: Sorbus folgneri 'Emiel' grows to be a small, branching, rounded tree.
  • Height: 8 m (26 ft)
  • Spread: 6 m (20 ft)

• Notes: Sorbus folgneri 'Emiel' can tolerate dry or windy positions and atmospheric pollution making it a good street tree.