Sorbus rosea
rowan 'Rosiness'
'Rosiness' is a small tree of open habit, reaching a height of 4m, with dark green, pinnate leaves that turn red in autumn and a reddish bark with silvery markings. Soft-pink spring flowers are borne in profusion and are followed by large, pink-flushed berries which deepen in colour as autumn progresses
Synonyms
Sorbus cashmiriana 'Rosiness'Sorbus cashmiriana hort. 'Rosea'
see moreSorbus rosea 'Rosiness'
Sorbus cashmiriana misapplied pink-fruited
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Size
Ultimate height
2.5–4 metresTime to ultimate height
10–20 yearsUltimate spread
1.5–2.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drained, Well–drainedpH
Acid, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Red Grey Silver | Pink | Green | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Red Grey Silver | Green | White Pink | |
| Autumn | Red Grey Silver | Green Red | White Pink | |
| Winter | Red Grey Silver | White Pink |
Position
- Full sun
- Partial shade
Aspect
South–facing or North–facing or West–facing or East–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered Hardiness
H6Botanical details
- Family
- Rosaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Bushy
- Potentially harmful
- Fruit are ornamental, not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling. Pets: Fruit are ornamental, not to be eaten - see the HTA guide to potentially harmful plants for further information and useful contact numbers
- Genus
Sorbus can be deciduous trees or shrubs with simple or pinnate leaves and clusters of small white or pink flowers, followed by white, yellow, pink, red or brown berries; some have fine autumn colour
- Name status
Correct
- Plant range
- NW Pakistan
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in moderately fertile, humus-rich soil
Propagation
Propagate by softwood cuttings in early summer, chip budding in summer or grafting in winter
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Cottage and informal garden
- City and courtyard gardens
- Wildlife gardens
- Low Maintenance
Pruning
Pests
May be susceptible to aphids, scale insects, pear blister mite, red spider mite and sawfly larvae
Diseases
May be susceptible to fireblight, apple canker, silver leaf and honey fungus
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