1 x Mountain Ash Tree Sorbus Aucuparia (5-6ft) PRE-ORDER

First Dispatch Date: 9th November 2026

Mountain Ash Tree - Description

• Native Bare Root Mountain Ash Trees
• Rowan Tree
• Sorbus aucuparia
• Quantity: 1 Plant
• Small to Medium-Sized Native Tree
• Form: Single Stemmed Whip
• Current Plant Size: 6ft (175-200cm)

Plant Age: 3 Year Old Transplant

• Form: Bare Root
• Supplied without a Container or Pot

Mountain Ash Tree - Characteristics

• Native Irish deciduous tree with an upright and relatively narrow growth habit
• Light, open canopy with attractive pinnate foliage
• Green leaves with serrated leaflets turn yellow to orange-red in autumn
• Produces clusters of small white flowers in spring
• Flowers are followed by bright red berries in autumn
• Red berries provide an important food source for birds
• Branches naturally grow upwards and outwards, creating a neat and attractive form
• Moderate growth rate once established
• Very hardy and well suited to Irish growing conditions
• Can reach approximately 12m tall with a spread of around 5m if allowed to mature fully
• Can be maintained at a smaller size through appropriate pruning

Mountain Ash Tree - Uses

• Excellent native tree for gardens, rural properties and natural planting schemes
• Suitable for small to medium-sized gardens when managed appropriately
• Ideal for planting along drives, avenues and boundaries due to its relatively narrow habit
• Provides seasonal interest from spring flowers, summer foliage and autumn berries
• Excellent wildlife tree providing valuable food for birds
• Useful for native hedgerows and mixed woodland planting
• Suitable for urban locations and a range of soil conditions
• Can provide additional height and structure without forming an excessively broad canopy

Mountain Ash Tree - Planting Instructions

Planting Time

• Bare root Mountain Ash should be planted during the dormant season from October to March.
• Plant as soon as possible after receiving the trees.
• Avoid planting when the ground is frozen or during severe frosty conditions.
• Keep the roots protected and moist if planting is temporarily delayed.

Positioning Trees

• Mountain Ash performs well in full sun or partial shade.
• Choose a fertile, humus-rich and reasonably well-drained soil where possible.
• It can tolerate acidic, neutral and alkaline soils.
• For planting in lawns, allow approximately 3–5m between trees depending on the desired final effect.
• Position each tree at approximately the same depth as it was previously growing.
• Backfill with suitable topsoil and firm the soil carefully around the roots.
• Ensure each tree is planted upright and level off the soil around the base.
• Water thoroughly after planting.
• Support young trees with a suitable stake where required, particularly in exposed positions.

After Care

• Water thoroughly before and after planting.
• Water regularly during the first growing seasons until the trees are fully established.
• During prolonged dry weather, water approximately every 2 days.
• Keep the planting area free from competing weeds and grass.
• Weeding is particularly important around young trees during establishment.
• Avoid strimming or mowing directly around the base of the trees.
• Mulching around the base can help retain moisture and suppress competing weeds.

Sorbus aucuparia - Quick Facts

• Also widely known as Rowan or Rowan Tree.
• A well-known native Irish tree with strong wildlife value.
• The bright red autumn berries are particularly attractive to birds.
• Rowan has long been associated with folklore and Celtic traditions.
• The timber is hard and fine-grained and has traditionally been used for woodworking.
• Adaptable and hardy, making it suitable for urban, rural and exposed locations.
• Its open canopy and relatively narrow habit make it useful where space is more restricted.
• An excellent choice for supporting native biodiversity in Irish gardens and landscapes.