Add beauty and bounty to your garden with Sweet Sorbus Fruit Seeds, a delightful and easy-to-grow tree known for its clusters of bright orange-red berries and ornamental appeal. The Sorbus (Mountain Ash) tree is cherished for its vibrant fruit, which is both edible and wildlife-friendly, making it a wonderful addition to edible landscapes and pollinator gardens.
These non-GMO seeds produce trees that thrive in cooler climates, offering fragrant blossoms in spring, lush green foliage in summer, and colorful fruit displays in fall. Perfect for gardeners seeking ornamental beauty and a touch of natural sweetness.
Features
- Sweet, Edible Fruit: Produces delicious berries ideal for jams and jellies.
- Ornamental Beauty: Lovely white blossoms and colorful fall berries.
- Wildlife Friendly: Attracts birds, bees, and beneficial pollinators.
- Non-GMO & Naturally Grown: 100% safe and untreated seeds.
- Cold Hardy: Thrives in cooler regions and mountain climates.
Specifications
- Common Name: Mountain Ash / Rowan
- Scientific Name: Sorbus aucuparia
- Plant Type: Deciduous fruiting tree
- Growth Habit: Upright tree with spreading canopy and pinnate leaves
- Zones: USDA 4–8
- Season: Best planted in Spring or Fall
- Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil Type: Well-draining, slightly acidic soil
- Watering Needs: Moderate; keep evenly moist
- Germination Time: 4–6 weeks at 60–70°F
- Maturity: 3–5 years for fruit production
- GMO Status: 100% Non-GMO
- Organic Status: Naturally cultivated and untreated
- Plant Height: 20–40 feet at maturity
- Fruit Description: Small, round, orange-red berries with sweet-tart flavor
- Pollination: Self-fertile but improved yields with multiple trees
Planting Guide
- Stratify seeds by refrigerating them for 6–8 weeks before planting.
- Sow seeds ½ inch deep in moist, well-draining soil.
- Maintain soil moisture and moderate temperature (60–70°F).
- Transplant seedlings outdoors after the last frost, spacing 10–15 feet apart.
- Water regularly until well-established.
