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Harvesting Fruit Trees September is also peak harvest time for many fruiting varieties. Rowan Sorbus 'Olympic Flame'  (Scarlet Rowan Tree)  is a striking upright variety with vibrant scarlet Excellent choices include Rowan ( Sorbus 'Olympic Flame' ) , Silver Birch ( Betula utilis var. jacquemontii Rowan ( Sorbus 'Olympic Flame' )  and Hawthorn ( Crataegus × lavalleei 'Carrierei' )  are especially

local soils and weather Supportive of UK birds, insects, and mammals Lower maintenance  than non-native varieties Rowan ( Sorbus aucuparia ) Type:  Deciduous Height:  8–12m Growth Rate:  Moderate Wildlife Benefit:   ✔️Sourced and grown in Devon ✔️Wildlife-friendly varieties ✔️Available in hedging, pleached, or specimen Yes—native trees support a greater variety of UK wildlife, require fewer resources to thrive, and fit Compact native options like Field Maple or columnar Rowan varieties such as 'Autumn Spire' are perfect

Rowan – Wildlife-Friendly Structure Sorbus aucuparia is a superb tree for winter and early spring planting Many trees planted now — from Whitebeam (Sorbus aria ‘Lutescens’) to Field Maple (Acer campestre) — Hardy species such as Rowan (Sorbus aucuparia), Silver Birch (Betula pendula), Crab Apple (Malus ‘Evereste Bare-root hedging varieties such as Hawthorn, Hazel, Blackthorn, and mixed native hedging establish strongly

Aesthetic vs Practical Value Notable Varieties to Consider FAQs Cherry Trees vs. edible fruit Wildlife Value : Depends on blossom type – single flowers attract more pollinators Popular Varieties Best Known For : Blossom in spring and jewel-like fruits in autumn Foliage : Some varieties offer autumn cooked (ideal for jellies) Wildlife Value : High – blossom for pollinators, fruit for birds Popular Varieties Notable Varieties to Consider Cherry Blossom Trees Prunus ‘Kanzan’ : Bold pink double flowers, autumn

The answer depends on the variety — some thrive in full sun, while others prefer partial shade. While sun exposure encourages abundant flowering, some varieties can suffer in intense afternoon heat Compact varieties  like Magnolia stellata  cope well with light shade. Best Magnolias for Full Sun These magnolia varieties thrive in bright, open positions. These magnolia varieties thrive in bright, open positions: Magnolia ‘Yellow Bird’:  Upright growth with

Rowan Sorbus aucuparia are beloved for their clusters of bright red berries, which provide food for time to check the structure of trees such as field maple (Acer campestre)  or whitebeam ‘Lutescens’ (Sorbus Rowan (Sorbus aucuparia), Crab Apple (Malus), Hawthorn (Crataegus), and Silver Birch (Betula pendula)

Upland and Exposed Areas Rowan ( Sorbus aucuparia ):  Cold-tolerant with berries loved by birds. Localized UK Tree Varieties Certain regions of the UK are home to unique or locally significant tree varieties: Manchester and Surrounding Areas: Manchester Poplar ( Populus nigra var. betulifolia ):  A

Sorbus aucuparia 'Autumn Spire' (Mountain Ash) Height & Spread : Reaches 4-5m tall but stays narrow,

Table of Contents Attracting Pollinators Best Magnolia Varieties Maximise Wildlife Value Trees That While magnolias aren't the most nectar-rich plants, they do support a variety of early-season pollinators Best Magnolia Varieties for Supporting Nature Some magnolias are better suited for wildlife-friendly gardens than others: Variety Bloom Time Wildlife Notes Magnolia stellata March-April Early pollen for Many magnolia varieties have been successfully grown in the UK for generations and contribute to local

Sorbus aucuparia (Rowan/Mountain Ash) Height & Spread : Grows to around 5-6m, so it suits even modest

Waterlogging:  Species like rowan (Sorbus aucuparia)  and willow (Salix spp.)  

can also leave some fruit-bearing trees and hedging—such as hawthorn (Crataegus monogyna) , rowan (Sorbus Its dark, glossy leaves and small cone-like fruits attract a variety of birds, while its nitrogen-fixing Rowan Sorbus aucuparia  is a striking native tree known for its clusters of bright orange-red berries Hardy and adaptable, Rowan thrives in a variety of soils and suits both urban gardens and rural landscapes