Emiel is sometimes classified as a rowan, but it belongs to a species which has many of the characteristics of the whitebeams - in particular the silver-grey colouring of the undersides of its leaves, which are attractive through spring and summer and retained into autumn. Also, unlike most rowans the leaves are narrow and pointed rather than being segmented into multiple feathers.
The clouds of small white flowers turn into dense clusters of tiny orange fruitlets in autumn.
Emiel grows with a spreading shape (again, different to the more upright habit of most rowans).
Order now for delivery from week commencing 7th October for pot grown trees or December for bare-root or mixed tree orders.
Emiel is easy to grow, and will tolerate poor soils and difficult situations.
Illustrative example of a pot-grown tree of this variety as supplied. Approximate girth: 6/8cm. We try to keep all pot-grown trees down to about 1.5m as supplied, but some may be larger. Trees should reach their mature height after about 10 or more years.
We list more than 50 Sorbus (rowan and whitebeam) trees. Choosing can be difficult! Our article explaining the different berry and leaf colours might help narrow down the selection.
This variety description was researched and written by Orange Pippin staff. Last checked: 2022.