SHOWY MOUNTAIN ASH

URBAN TREES SERIES

Sorbus decorus

MATURE HEIGHT                       20-25 feet (6 to 7.5 metres)

MATURE SPREAD                      15 feet (4.5 metres)

LIFESPAN                                      40 years  (under optimal conditions)

GROWTH RATE                           Moderate

SUN                                                 Full Sun

HARDINESS ZONE                     2b

WATER REQUIREMENTS         Medium

SOIL TYPE                                     Prefers moist, well-drained soil.  
                                                     Not particular to soil type or pH

FIRE SMART                                 Yes

POLLUTION TOLERANT          Yes

USEAGE                                          Ornamental, boulevard  

PROS

• The hardiest of the mountain ashes, this tree has a long blooming time. The flowers and dark green foliage are very showy along with its scarlet red berries and smooth grey bark. A good choice for attracting birds.  

CONS

• Should only be grown in full sunlight. Intolerant of drought and shade and its small fruit can be messy.
   

RESOURCES:
Right Tree, Right Place – Hydro Manitoba - https://www.hydro.mb.ca/safety/pdfs/right_tree_right_place.pdf

Okanagan Xeriscape Plant Database – https://okanaganxeriscape.org

Images – Ryan Hodnett and Simon A. Eugster - Wiki Commons