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Sorbus aucuparia Black Hawk

Black Hawk Mountainash

This selection exhibits thick, dark green foliage which takes on orange tones in the fall. The clusters of white blooms are followed by vibrant orange berries.

  • »  Thick, dark green foliage
  • »  Leaflets have orange tones in the fall
  • »  White blooms give way to clusters of vibrant orange berries
  • »  Upright to oval crown
  • »  Bloom Time: May

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  • Category:Trees
  • Hardiness Zone:3
  • Height:8-10 m
  • Spread:5-8 m
  • Bloom Color: White
Exposure
• Full Sun
• Partial Sun/Shade
Soil Moisture
• Moist to Average
• Well-drained
Attracts Wildlife
• Attracts Birds
Attributes
• Berries
• Fall Color
Landscape uses
• Specimen
Additional Information about Sorbus aucuparia 'Black Hawk'

Mountainash has ash-like leaves, but are members of the rose family, and are not related to true ash (Fraxinus of the olive family). Sorbus are not a host plant of emerald ash borer (Agrilus planipennis).

Growing & Maintenance Tips for Sorbus aucuparia 'Black Hawk'

Suitable as a specimen tree for a lawn or street tree plantings.