Kashmir Rowan

A beautiful rowan from the Himalayas, Sorbus cashmiriana is a small, spreading deciduous tree or large shrub. Corymbs of scented, pale pink flowers, larger than those of other rowans, appear in spring, followed in late summer by clusters of big white berries, ½”/12mm wide and pink-tinged at first, hanging from crimson stems. The berries hold on the tree well, sometimes right through the winter. The leaves are green and divided like the native rowan’s, but show little autumn colour. The Kashmir rowan is good for pollinators and birds, and a lovely specimen tree for the small garden. It holds the RHS Award of Garden Merit.

Site: Tolerates exposure
Soil: Any reasonably well drained soil, acid to neutral soils preferred
Position: Full sun or partial shade
Season of Interest: Spring, late summer
Hardiness: Fully hardy
Height: 13-26’ (4-8m)  Spread: 13-26’ (4-8m)