About

Mountain Ash ‘Joseph Rock’

The Mountain Ash ‘Joseph Rock’ (Sorbus aucuparia) is a striking deciduous tree native to the mountainous regions of Europe and Asia. Known for its distinctive clusters of bright orange to red berries and pinnate leaves.
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The Appearance

A deciduous tree with a rounded canopy, featuring compound leaves with serrated edges. It is adorned with striking clusters of orange to red berries and has smooth, light-grey bark that peels in strips.


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The Produce

The tree produces clusters of small, bright orange-red berries in late summer and autumn, which attract birds and wildlife.


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The Flowers

Clusters of white, fragrant flowers bloom in late spring or early summer.


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The Leaves

Its compound leaves are pinnate, with 11-15 leaflets that are dark green in summer, turning vibrant shades of red, orange, and yellow in autumn.


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The Bark

The bark is smooth and light grey when young, becoming rougher and more fissured with age.


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The Habitat

It thrives in well-drained soils and can tolerate a range of soil types, including acidic and alkaline soils. The tree prefers full sun to partial shade and is commonly found in woodlands, forest edges, and mountainous regions.


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The Ecology

The Mountain Ash ‘Joseph Rock’ provides vital habitat and food for various wildlife species. Its berries are a crucial food source for birds such as thrushes, waxwings, and woodpeckers.


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The Culture

This cultivar is noted for its hardiness and ornamental value, making it a popular choice for gardens and landscape designs.


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Fun Facts

Its name “Mountain Ash” is somewhat misleading as it is not related to the ash tree but is actually a member of the rose family.


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