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European Mountain Ash

Sorbus Aucuparia

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Overview

Sorbus aucuparia, or European Mountain Ash, is a resilient deciduous tree reaching heights of 30-40 ft, with a similar spread. Its compound leaves turn golden in fall, complementing clusters of bright orange-red berries that attract wildlife. Ideal for zones 3-6, it thrives in well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. Its compact size and ornamental qualities make it perfect for small gardens and urban landscapes.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 6–10Type TreeClimate Temperate
European Mountain Ash (Sorbus Aucuparia) — tree with white blooms; each approximately 6 inches across, image 79

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
6–10

Shape & size

Mature width
15–20 Ft.

Classification

Type
Tree
Family
Rosaceae
Climate
Temperate

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European Mountain Ash (Sorbus Aucuparia) — Its compound leaves turn golden in fall; elegant aesthetic but are also a magnet for pollinators, image 102
European Mountain Ash (Sorbus Aucuparia) — which persist into winter; the Mountain Ash announces the season's arrival with abundant clusters of, image 56
European Mountain Ash (Sorbus Aucuparia) — the tree produces vivid red berries in dense clusters
European Mountain Ash (Sorbus Aucuparia) — Ideal for zones 3-6, it thrives in well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade; its compact size, image 64
European Mountain Ash (Sorbus Aucuparia) — elegant aesthetic but are also a magnet for pollinators; a trait highly coveted by designers for, image 51
European Mountain Ash (Sorbus Aucuparia) — complementing clusters of bright orange-red berries that attract wildlife; white flowers in the garden, image 83
European Mountain Ash (Sorbus Aucuparia) — complementing clusters of bright orange-red berries that attract wildlife; white flowers in the garden, image 123
European Mountain Ash (Sorbus Aucuparia) — Its compact size and ornamental qualities make it perfect for small gardens and urban landscapes; adding, image 105
European Mountain Ash (Sorbus Aucuparia) — the tree produces vivid red berries in dense clusters; its compound leaves turn golden in fall, image 135
European Mountain Ash (Sorbus Aucuparia) — a trait highly coveted by designers for seasonal color; the tree produces vivid red berries in dense, image 74
European Mountain Ash (Sorbus Aucuparia) — Its compound leaves turn golden in fall; elegant aesthetic but are also a magnet for pollinators, image 122
European Mountain Ash (Sorbus Aucuparia) — Its compact size and ornamental qualities make it perfect for small gardens and urban landscapes; adding to the
European Mountain Ash (Sorbus Aucuparia) — each approximately 6 inches across; this deciduous tree typically matures to a height of 20 to 40 feet, image 90
European Mountain Ash (Sorbus Aucuparia) — Its compound leaves turn golden in fall; elegant aesthetic but are also a magnet for pollinators, image 142
European Mountain Ash (Sorbus Aucuparia) — adding to the garden's ecological vitality.<br><br>Come autumn; is a resilient deciduous tree reaching, image 72
European Mountain Ash (Sorbus Aucuparia) — Its compact size and ornamental qualities make it perfect for small gardens and urban landscapes
European Mountain Ash (Sorbus Aucuparia) — comprising numerous leaflets that create a fine; the foliage transforms into a spectacular display of, image 128
European Mountain Ash (Sorbus Aucuparia) — commonly graces landscapes with its stately presence and striking seasonal transformations; tree with, image 86
European Mountain Ash (Sorbus Aucuparia) — This deciduous tree typically matures to a height of 20 to 40 feet with a spread of 15 to 25 feet; commonly graces
European Mountain Ash (Sorbus Aucuparia) — a trait highly coveted by designers for seasonal color; the tree produces vivid red berries in dense, image 94
European Mountain Ash (Sorbus Aucuparia) — the foliage transforms into a spectacular display of vibrant oranges and reds
European Mountain Ash (Sorbus Aucuparia) — tree with white blooms
European Mountain Ash (Sorbus Aucuparia) — the Mountain Ash announces the season's arrival with abundant clusters of creamy white flowers; tree for, image 49
European Mountain Ash (Sorbus Aucuparia) — tree for full or half
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