The highlights
- Strong, bushy tree
- Large tree – grows up to 12m
- White blooms and pinnate, deciduous leaflets
- RHS Plants for Pollinators
Description
- Also known as the fern-leaf mountain ash, ‘Aspleniifolia’ makes a wonderful addition to any medium- to large-sized garden, thanks to its frond-like foliage, dazzling autumnal red berries and delicate white flower corymbs produced in spring
- A hefty, solid, utterly dependable tree, this rowan can grow to above 10m tall, making it an ideal choice for those gardeners looking to add real impact to their outdoor space – either at the back of a bed, or planted in the heart of your lawn
- The tree’s distinctive foliage starts out a light green before adopting autumnal, fiery hues later in the year
- Underplant with shade-tolerant plants like ferns, hostas and ajugas to really bring your space to life
- Rowan trees are renowned for their benefits to wildlife and this tree is no exception – in fact, it’s been certified as one of the Royal Horticultural Society’s Plants for Pollinators!
