Sorbus commixta 'Fireball' - STEM 225 CM, GIRTH 12-14 CM C35

Description
The Japanese rowan 'Fireball' (Sorbus commixta) is an upright, large shrub or small tree with decorative, orange-red, round fruits. Before these appear, it produces white flowers from May to June. The Japanese rowan 'Fireball' also has pinnate, medium-green leaves. In a sunny to semi-shaded position with well-drained soil, it usually reaches a height of around 8 m and spreads to around 4 m.

Bulletpoints
* Fruit ornamentation

Leaves
The deciduous leaves of the Japanese rowan 'Fireball' are medium green, pinnate.

Frost hardiness
The Japanese rowan 'Fireball' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Japanese rowan 'Fireball' is an upright, large shrub or small tree. It usually reaches a height of 6–8 m and spreads to a width of approx. 3–4 m.

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 ground is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Flower
The white flowers appear from May to June.

Fruit
The orange-red, round fruits of Sorbus commixta 'Fireball' are particularly decorative. These appear from September onwards.

Use
Solitary, ornamental shrub