Sorbus aucuparia 'Fastigiata' | Rowan 'Fastigiata' - 350-380cm, 50lt

Sorbus aucuparia 'Fastigiata' is a small, slow-growing, deciduous tree of narrowly columnar habit, with thick and upright branches, large, pinnate, dark green leaves, bluish-green underneath. Small, creamy-white flowers with musky scent bloom in late spring and are followed by clusters of dark red berries. Attractive to birds and bees. Rowan 'Fastigiata' grows best in moderately fertile, humus-rich, slightly acidic, moist, well-drained soils, but is adaptable to various soil conditions. It thrives in full sun to partial shade. It is resistant to frost and wind. Very easy to grow, tolerant of urban pollution, coastal conditions, and exposed areas. Low maintenance plant, doesn’t require much pruning. Very sensitive to canker. Sorbus aucuparia ‘Cardinal Royal’ is a very nice, elegant ornamental tree. It is perfect as a specimen or accent plant in cottage, wildlife, urban, and coastal gardens. Great for hedges and screens and for creating wind breaks in windy locations. Suitable for growing in containers on patios and roof gardens.