Sorbus commixta var. rufoferruginea 'Longwood Sunset'

Also Known As

Sorbus rufoferruginea 'Longwood Sunset'
Sorbus rufoferruginea Longwood Sunset™
Longwood Sunset Mountain Ash
MOUNTAIN-ASH

Plant type

tree

size

H: 20'-30'
W: 15'-25'

planting zones

4a-9b

Sorbus commixta var. rufoferruginea 'Longwood Sunset' plant details

Sorbus commixta var. rufoferruginea 'Longwood Sunset' is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by orange fruit. Attracts bees and birds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, lean, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Sorbus commixta var. rufoferruginea 'Longwood Sunset'

Plant type: tree
Plant family: rosaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 15 FT - 25 FT - wide, 20 FT - 30 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: fall color, small tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Sorbus commixta var. rufoferruginea 'Longwood Sunset'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, lean, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Selected by Longwood Gardens for its heat tolerance, disease resistance rich burgundy fall color and long lasting orange fruits, this rounded 20-30' tree has also done well in Minnesota: tough and beautiful, what more can be asked?! S/M

By: Forestfarm

Gardening facts about Sorbus commixta var. rufoferruginea 'Longwood Sunset' plant

How to Grow Sorbus commixta var. rufoferruginea 'Longwood Sunset'

Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- adaptable
- average
- lean
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant