American mountain ash (Sorbus americana)

American mountain ash (Sorbus americana) is a tree that can grow 8m – 15m tall and 3m – 8m wide.

This plant has several common names including: American mountain ash or roundwood.

This is a deciduous plant that takes 20-50 years to reach full maturity.

Plant profile

Common name: American mountain ash, roundwood
Scientific name: Sorbus americana
Plant type: Trees
Habit: Spreading / Branched
Height: 8m – 15m
Spread: 3m – 8m
Foliage: Deciduous
Sunlight: Full Sun, Partial shade
Soil: Clay, Loam, Sand
Moisture: Moist but well drained, Well drained
Garden type: City & Courtyard Gardens, Informal Garden, Wildlife Gardens
Planting type: Low Maintenance

Seasonal colors

How to plant American mountain ash (Sorbus americana) – Superior National Forest, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Cultivation profiles – Growing American mountain ash (Sorbus americana) – Superior National Forest, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons