This is a large group or mostly hardy, deciduous trees and shrubs that are very easily grown There are basically two different types of Sorbus. The plants belonging to the first type are commonly known as Whitebeams including sorbus aucparia. They have simple leaves that often have serrated margins and are sometimes lobed. The leaves are usually white or silvery beneath. In the autumn, their clusters of brown to red fruits are attractive to birds which aid their spread. The plants of the second type are commonly known as Mountain Ashes and include Sorbus domestica. These plants have pinnate leaves, giving them a fern-like appearance.

A small tree, perfect for suburban gardens or as a stunning street tree. In summer it produces vibrant red, pink, white or lilac flowers which have a texture like crepe fabric. The flowering period lasts for up to three months. The Autumn leaves colour brilliantly in cold climates and the tree also has beautiful smooth bark streaked and mottled in shades of brown.

Very pretty, highly ornamental and deciduous trees grown for beautiful Spring blossom and their showy crimson-red crab apples, the ripe fruit lasts well, decorating the tree from Autumn into early Winter

Highly ornamental evergreen, specimen tree with dark green foliage, small, fragrant, urnshaped flowers, attractive bark and large, rough textured fruit ripening from green through to yellow to striking red.