Sorbus aucuparia Cardinal Royal®

Scientific Name: Sorbus aucuparia 'Michred'

Also Known As

Sorbus acuparia 'Cardinal Royal'
Sorbus aucuparia 'Cardinal Royal'
Cardinal Royal Mountain Ash

Plant type

tree

size

H: 30'-35'
W: 20'-25'

planting zones

2a-7a

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Sorbus aucuparia Cardinal Royal® plant details

Sorbus aucuparia Cardinal Royal® is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In spring and summer white flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Sorbus aucuparia Cardinal Royal®

Plant type: tree
Plant family: rosaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 20 FT - 25 FT - wide, 30 FT - 35 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring and summer
Uses: fall color, small tree, winter interest, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Sorbus aucuparia Cardinal Royal®

USDA Zones: 2a - 7a
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular

Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Selected for its spectacular display of brilliant-red (not orange like the species) small berries that appear in late-summer following the bright-white spring flowers, all on a tidy symmetrical tree that is narrowly oval (35' tall x 20' wide). Features gorgeous, deep-green, compound leaves that are silvery beneath. S/M PP3114

By: Forestfarm

Narrow, ovaly accent tree with clusters of white flowers in the spring followed by bright red berries that persist into winter. Compound leaves with silver undersides that turn red in the fall.