Sorbus torminalis

A rare native tree, Sorbus torminalis has maple-like leaves, dark green in summer which turn vivid shades of orange or purple/red in autumn before falling. Established trees have clusters of white flowers in late spring or early summer which are popular with insects, followed by speckled brown fruit in autumn .

Sorbus torminalis grows to be a handsome small or eventually medium sized tree. 

• Position: Full sun or light, dappled shade.
• Soil: Well drained, fertile soils. Sorbus torminalis does not usually enjoy very wet or waterlogged positions.
• Hardiness: Hardy.
• Flowering Period: May.
• Flower Colour: White
• Rate of Growth: Moderate to vigorous.
• Habit:  Sorbus torminalis grows to be a small, branching tree in the short term and eventually reaches a medium size.
  • Height: 10 - 15 m (32 - 50 ft)
  • Spread: 12 m (40 ft)