Sorbus aucuparia f. pendula

Planted: 1929

This tree can be found opposite the moat steps, on the east side of the Moat Path.

Distribution:	Europe
Planting Date:	1929, purchased from W Clibran and Sons, Oldfield Nursery, Altringham, Cheshire
Growth Habit:	Small tree with a weeping habit.
Bark:	Dark brown
Leaf:	Medium green leaves are pinnate, alternate; 18 to 20 cm long. Leaves turn orange-red in autumn.
Flowers:	White, in panicles appearing from May to June.
Fruit:	Attractive yellow-orange fruits appearing by August.
Toxicity:
Potential tree size	4 to 5 m in height and 4 to 5 m in spread.
Uses:	The fruit and foliage have been used in the creation of dishes and beverages, as a folk medicine, and as fodder for livestock. Its tough and flexible wood has traditionally been used for woodworking. It is planted to fortify soil in mountain regions or as an ornamental tree.
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Introduction Date:
Anecdotes and Comments:	Not closely related to ash trees – which are genus Fraxinus.