Sorbus aucuparia ‘Joseph Rock’ | Mountain Ash ‘Joseph Rock’ | Rowan ‘Joseph Rock’

A popular variety of the Sorbus aucuparia that provides interest all year round. An upright tree when young, this specimen becomes more rounded as it matures and can reach 7m in height. It has small, dark green pinnate leaves that turn a fiery flame-red in autumn. Creamy white flowers appear in May and June, followed by yellow berries that hang in clusters from late summer and usually, through winter. The berries provide a great contrasting colour with the red leaves. The Sorbus aucuparia 'Joseph Rock' will grow well in most soil types and can be found in many gardens throughout the country.

Mature Height

3-7m

Tree Features

Upright tree that becomes rounded with age.

White flowers in May and June attract bees.

Green, pinnate leaves turn from green to fiery-red and orange.

Yellow berries hang on to the tree during winter.

Growing Conditions

Grows well on most well-draining soil.

Season of Interest

Spring - Hanging clusters of white flowers.

Summer - Yellow berries appear.

Autumn - Green pinnate leaves turn a fiery flame-red and orange.

Winter - Clusters of yellow berries remain on tree.

Tree Type

Standard, Multistem

Growing Locations

Gardens, Parklands, Street Planting, Wildlife Habitats

Evergreen / Deciduous?

Deciduous
Did you know?

The sorbus aucuparia 'Joseph Rock' is believed to have come from seeds collected from the Yundshi Mountain in China in 1932.