Western mountain-ash

Western mountain-ash

Sorbus scopulina

Plant Characteristics

Plant Type Small Shrub, Tall Shrub
Height (m) 1-4
Width (m) 1-4
Growth Rate Medium
Pollination Strategy Animal
Flower Period July
Forage Value Fair
Fruit Type Berry
Edible Fruit Yes
Fruit/Seeds Available Fall, Winter
Traits Salt Tolerant

Site Characteristics

Natural Region Boreal, Foothills
Soil Texture Clay, Loam, Sand
Drainage Moderate - Well
Moisture Tolerance Moist, Average
Sun Exposure Full, Partial Shade
This database was created by AWES, with support from Cows and Fish (Alberta Riparian Habitat Management Society) and the Alberta Native Plant Council. Contact AWES for a list of references used. Financial support for this database was provided by the Canadian Agricultural Partnership.
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