Mountain Ash 'Cardinal Royal'
Sorbus aucuparia Cardinal Royal ('Michred') - Leaves are green on top and silvery on the bottom. Beautiful bright red fruit in August/September. They have a medium growth rate. Prune in spring. Use Bone Meal when you first plant. Do not fertilize the first year. Fertilize once a year with a balanced granular fertilizer. Do not plant any deeper than it is in the pot. Do not add any soil or mulch around the base of the stem. Water deeply once a week for about 20-30 minutes whether is rains or not. Plant at least 3-4 feet from any foundation.
Zone 3. 6m x 10m. Red fruit. White flowers on dark green foliage turning a rust colour in the fall. Upright, symmetrical shape. Full sun to part shade. Well drained, acid soil.
Attracts pollinators. Not deer resistant.
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