Gracilis Mountain Ash (Sorbus gracilis)

Family: Rosaceae | Edibility: Edible (1/5)

Sorbus gracilis is a deciduous Shrub growing to 2 m (6ft 7in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6. It is in flower in May. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils and can grow in very acid soils.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit, Berries

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Fruit - raw or cooked. The fruit is up to 1cm across. — Fruit - raw or cooked.; The fruit is up to 1cm across.

Habitat & North American Range

Mountains, C. and S. Japan. (Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)