Sorbus arn. 'Schouten' - 100-125 CM C3 WHIP

Description
The Mountain ash 'Schouten' (Sorbus arnoldiana) is an ovoid small tree that produces white flowers arranged in umbels. They appear from May to June. These produce orange-yellow, round fruits from August. The Mountain ash 'Schouten' also has pinnate, dark green leaves. Its bark is grey and flaking. In a sunny to semi-shady location with humus-rich, weakly acidic soil, it usually reaches a height of around 10 metres.

Bulletpoints
* the flowers are highly favoured by bees, bumblebees and hoverflies * drought-resistant

leaves
The deciduous leaves of Mountain ash 'Schouten' are dark green, pinnate. They are about 18 - 22 cm in size.

Bark
Grey, flaking bark makes this plant an eye-catcher in any garden.

Frost hardiness
The Mountain ash 'Schouten' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Mountain ash 'Schouten' is an ovoid growing small tree. It usually reaches a height of 8 - 10 metres.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Flower
The white flowers of Mountain ash 'Schouten' appear in umbels from May to June.

Use
Solitary plant, bee pasture, bird food plant