Botanical profile

Sorbus aucuparia ‘Fastigiata’

Latin name
Sorbus aucuparia ‘Fastigiata’
Common name
Rowan ‘Fastigiata’
Type
TREE
Family
Rosaceae

Sorbus aucuparia ‘Fastigiata’, commonly known as the fastigiate rowan, is a deciduous tree with a very narrow columnar habit, ideal for small gardens, vertical hedges, or aligned plantings. In spring, it adorns itself with corymbs of white flowers that give way in summer to clusters of bright red fruits, much appreciated by birds, adding significant ecological interest. Its dark green compound foliage turns yellow, orange, or bright red in autumn, providing beautiful seasonal coloration. With average growth and great hardiness down to -34°C, it adapts to various types of well-drained soils in sunny to partial shade exposures. Low-maintenance, it effectively structures spaces while promoting biodiversity.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 4
Exposure
Sun to partial shade
Watering
Moderate
Fertilization
Light top-up in spring
Soil type
Well drained
Minimum temperature
-35 °C (-31 °F)
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Spring
Flower color
White
Fruiting
Decorative red berries
Foliage color
Green (autumn yellow/orange/red)
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Columnar / slender
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
8 m (26 ft)
Width
10 ft (3 m)
Growth rate
Moderate
Not recommended for pets
Not recommended for pets

Pets

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

The availability of our plants varies depending on arrivals, seasons, nursery production and supplier availability. Some varieties may be offered for a limited time only, depending on their natural cycle or current stock. These plant profiles are designed to guide and inspire you when choosing plants for the garden, landscaping projects, containers or long-lasting outdoor arrangements.