SORBUS hupehensis 10L

Description
The Hubei rowan (Sorbus hupehensis) is an upright large shrub or small tree with decorative, white-pink coloured, round fruits that remain on the tree for a very long time. It produces yellowish flowers arranged in umbrella clusters in May. The Hubei rowan also has pinnate, medium-green leaves. In a sunny to semi-shady location, it usually reaches a height of around 8 metres and grows to a width of around 4 metres. The Hubei rowan makes no particular demands on the soil.

Bulletpoints
* Fruit ornamentation * Attractive red autumn colouring

Leaves
The deciduous leaves of Hubei rowan are medium green, pinnate and serrated. Hubei rowan turns bright red in autumn.

Frost hardiness
The Hubei rowan has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Hubei rowan is an upright-growing large shrub or small tree. It usually reaches a height of 6 - 8 m and is approx. 3 - 4 m wide. It usually grows 20 - 30 cm per year.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

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

Soil
No special requirements.

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 yellowish flowers of Hubei rowan appear in umbrella clusters in May.

Fruit
The white-pink, round fruits of Sorbus hupehensis are particularly decorative. These appear from October. Cling for a very long time.

Use
Solitary, ornamental shrub, small/front garden

Root
Sorbus hupehensis is a heartroot and, depending on the soil, forms deep roots.