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Posted 01/10/2023 in Tree

Sorbus alnifolia

Noted for its resistance to borers,Sorbus alnifolia is a small deciduous tree with beech-like leaves and attractive white flowers that give way to scarlet berry-like pomes. Leaves turn golden orange fall color.

Post Details

Latin Name
Sorbus alnifolia
Common Name
Mountain Ash
Planting Zone
Zone 3 Zone 4 Zone 5 Zone 6 Zone 7
Special Interest
Attracts Birds
Bloom Season
Spring
Height
40-50 ft
Spread
20-25 ft
Potential Pests
Bacterial fireblight, scab, canker, crown gall, powdery mildew, rust, aphids, sawfly, and scale.

Plant Story

Noted for its resistance to borers,Sorbus alnifolia is a small deciduous tree with beech-like leaves and attractive white flowers that give way to scarlet berry-like pomes. Leaves turn golden orange fall color.

Special Care Instructions

Intolerant of urban pollution's. Does not grow well, in hot and humid climates.

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