The mountain ash tree is popular for a reason.
It is a stunning features adds to any landscape all year round. It’s vibrant berries are one of the distinguishing features that enhance any garden.
Types of mountain ash tree
Sorbus. Rohan or Mountain ash.
Planting instructions
- Sorbus, rowan, or mountain ash, if purchased in a container or pot can be planted any time of the year.
- Simply dig a hole slightly bigger than the container.
- Take the tree out of the container and place in the hole.
- Make sure the root collar ie. where the treemeets to the is above ground.
- Back fill with soil and firm the tree in securely.
Mountain ash tree uses
Sorbus,the mountain ash makes an excellent standard tree in your garden. Its orange, red berries provide food to wild birds during the cold winter months.
Due to their breathtaking look, they are also popular with landscapers and gardners.
Characteristics of mountain ash
On of the most striking features is the clusters of bright orange, red berries during winter time. In terms of the leaves they are typically pinnate. In other words they have a central stem with several leaflets arranged on either side. The leaflets are usually oval or elliptical in shape, with toothed edges, and a glossy dark green color.
Mountain ash berries (feed nature!)
The mountain ash berries or ‘rowan berries’ (depending who you ask) are one of the stand out features in mountain ash trees. Apart from their vibrant colours, they also provide great value for wildlife – particularly birds.
During the winter months, other food sources can be harder to come by. And so the berries are a great way to feed nature!
Other Typical Questions we get on Mountain Ash:
Is the mountain ash native to Ireland?
Yes, Sorbus the mountain ash is a native tree to Ireland. (not all ash trees are native to Ireland. For example the golden ash is non native)
What is a mountain ash tree good for?
Sorbus, mountain ash outstanding food source for wild birds during winter.
Where do mountain ash trees grow best?
Sorbus, mountain ash will grow successfully in most soil types, even on mountainous peaty soil types.
Can you grow mountain ash tree in Ireland?
Absolutely! As a native tree, you can most definitely grow the mountain tree in Ireland. It grows on most soil types.
What is oakleaf mountain ash?
There are many species of trees commonly referred to as “mountain ash,” but the term “oakleaf mountain ash” typically refers to Sorbus hybrida, a small to medium-sized deciduous tree that is native to Europe and parts of Asia.
As its name suggests, the oakleaf mountain ash has leaves that resemble those of an oak tree, with deeply lobed edges. Its white flowers bloom in clusters in the spring, followed by red or orange berries in the fall that are popular with birds. The tree is valued for its ornamental qualities and is often planted in gardens and parks for its attractive foliage and fruit.