Species Mountain Ash (Sorbus species)

Family: Rosaceae | Edibility: Edible (2/5)

Sorbus species is a deciduous Tree growing to 10 m (32ft) by 7 m (23ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 7. It is in flower in May, and the seeds ripen in October. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. The plant is self-fertile. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit, Berries

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Fruit - raw or cooked. Up to 15mm in diameter. — Fruit - raw or cooked.; Up to 15mm in diameter.

Habitat & North American Range

Not known in the wild. (Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)