50 Seeds Mountain Ash Sorbus aucuparia Hardy Ornamental Tree

Mountain Ash (Sorbus aucuparia) is a deciduous tree grown for its fern-like green foliage, clusters of small white spring flowers, and bright orange-red berries in autumn. It offers multi-season ornamental interest, supports wildlife, and suits temperate gardens, woodland edges, and larger landscape plantings.
In cultivation it is used as a specimen shade tree, in mixed borders, and for naturalistic plantings where its compact upright habit and colourful fruit are valued. The berries are traditionally used in preserves and jellies after processing, while its foliage turns warm tones in autumn.
Species: Sorbus aucuparia
Type: Deciduous tree
Plant_Habit: Upright, rounded canopy
Sun: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Well-drained, moist, tolerates a range of soils
Days_to_Harvest: Not applicable
Zones: 3-7
Germination: Cold stratification recommended to improve uniformity; germination can be slow and uneven
Sowing: Surface sow, lightly press into moist medium, do not bury deeply
Spacing: 15-20 feet between trees
Notes: Birds and pollinators are attracted to flowers and fruit