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Sorbus americana

American mountain ash

American mountain ash is a surprising little tree that will thrive in a variety of moist soils, even tolerating clay. Its abundant spring blooms give way to orange and then red fruit clusters in fall, providing great visual interest and wildlife value.

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Height: 15-30 ft
Spread: 10-25 ft
Hardiness Zone: 2-6


Bloom Color: White

Characteristics & Attributes

Cultivation Status
• Species
Exposure
• Sun
• Part Shade
Soil Moisture
• Wet
• Average
Ecoregion
• (82) Acadian Plains and Hills
• (58) Northeastern Highlands
• (83) Eastern Great Lakes Lowlands
• (59) Northeastern Coastal Zone
• (84) Atlantic Coastal Pine Barrens
Ornamental Interest
• Fall/Winter Fruit
• Spring Bloom
Attracts Wildlife
• Attracts Butterflies
• Attracts Bees
• Host Plant
• Attracts Songbirds
• Other Pollinators/Wildlife
Tolerance
• Urban Environment
• Compaction Tolerant
Additional Attributes
• Low Maintenance
• Fragrant
Landscape Use
• Naturalize
• Specimen
Attractive Fall Foliage and/or Ornamental Fruit
• Red Fruit


North American Distribution


American mountain ash - Sorbus americana from Native Plant Trust