Rowan Sorbus aucuparia

Rowan (Sorbus aucuparia) is a fruit tree grown for bitter raw; good for jelly with apple fruit. Suited to full sun and fertile, well-drained loam, it reaches about 8–12 m with a 4–6 m spread. Harvest in august–september for fresh eating and preserving.

  • Sun: Full sun
  • Soil: Fertile, well-drained loam
  • Watering: Moderate; keep evenly moist while establishing
  • Harvest: August–September
  • Difficulty: Easy

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