Sorbus Joseph Rock
Joseph Rock, Hybrid Sorbus
Sorbus aucuparia Joseph Rock has stiffly ascending branches as a juvenile tree, going on to form a small, rounded tree at maturity and will tolerate most soil types. As a word of caution, this lovely tree can be susceptible to fire blight so it should be avoided in areas in which this is prone, or found in the hedgerows.
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Description
One of the prettiest of rowans it is both a winner of the First Class Certificate in 1962 and the Award of Merit in 1950.
However it is also the one most susceptible to fire blight which can disfigure the tree to the point of complete demise.
Small narrow green leaflets turn a fantastic red in the autumn and provide a stunning contrast to the creamy yellow berries.
A small tree with ascending branches ideal for gardens.
It derives from the Chinese species has red leaf buds and a dainty overall effect.
It is ideal for small gardens and tolerant of most soils.
Mature height: 3-7m
Mature spread: 4-8m