European mountain ash

The European mountain ash will need to be watered regularly in order to thrive. It should be watered about once every week or 2, allowing the soil to become slightly dry between watering. The amount of water should be enough to moisten the soil, but not enough to saturate it. To check the soil, press down your finger and if the soil sticks to your finger or feels damp, it's likely that the plant has enough water. If it does not, you should add more. If the plant is placed outdoors in full sun, it may require more frequent watering given the hot and dry weather conditions.

European mountain ash is a deciduous, broad-leaved tree species that grows best in full sunlight. For optimal growth, it typically needs between 6-8 hours of direct sun each day, most likely during the afternoon hours. For best results, it should be planted in a sunny location with no shade, preferably on the south or east side of a building, facing south, south-east or south-west. The intensity of the direct sun it receives is also important and European mountain ash should be provided with the strength of sunlight that is most common in its natural habitat.

European mountain ash (Sorbus aucuparia) is an attractive tree that can reach heights of up to 15m. It can be beneficial to prune branches of this species to control size and shape as well as to stimulate vigorous young growth. Pruning should take place when the plant is dormant, generally in late winter or early spring before it begins to produce new leaves. It is important to consider the mature structure of the plant when pruning and to avoid pruning any more than 1 third of the total living canopy. Focus on removal of dead, diseased and undesirable wood. Prune upright-growing and lateral branches back to the main stem, thinning to allow more light and circulation of air where necessary. Completion of pruning can help improve flowering and fruiting performance of European mountain ash.