Full Sun
Moderate watering
Tender
11b
USDA zone
7°C
Minimum temperature
Expected size
Height | Spread | |
|---|---|---|
20m | Max | |
10m | Min |
Flowering
spring
summer
autumn
winter
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Sorbus japonica Overview
This species of tree will grow to 20m with downy twigs. The dark green leaves are 7-10cm and ovate to elliptic with a grey felted underside. The flowers are densely woolly, and the fruits are deep red and pitted.
Common problems with Sorbus japonica
How to propagate Sorbus japonica
Budding
Propagate by softwood cuttings or budding in summer.
Cuttings
Other uses of Sorbus japonica
Grown for their foliage, small, 5 petalled flowers, attractive fruits and in some species, autumn colour. Suitable for coastal conditions.