Sorbus scalaris Shade Moderately lime-tolerant but not recommended

Moderately lime-tolerant but not recommended for shallow chalk

but does benefit from regular pruning as its natural growth habit can be a bit leggy

Does well in all well-drained soil

The red calyx behind the petals will remain and create the most dramatic effect as the berries mature to metallic-blue

Fine surface rooting

Sorbus scalaris Shade Moderately lime-tolerant but not recommendedAn attractive rowan native to western Sichuan and Yunnan in China bearing delicate, compound leaves made up with numerous, long, narrow dark green leaflets turning exquisite shades of orange, purple and red in autumn. Large, flat topped white flower heads are followed by bright red, small fruits. Excellent on all acidic to neutral, well draining soils. H6