Landscaping: American Mountain Ash is a small deciduous. Showy white flowers appear in spring followed by clusters of bright red berries. Green leaves change to a golden color in the fall.
Wildlife: Birds enjoy eating the berries.
Economic: Ripen berries have been used in jams and jellies.
Contributed by: Lady Bird Johnson Native Plants Database and Missouri Botanical Garden Plant Finder
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American Mountain Ash
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Scientific name: Sorbus americana
Seedling size: 6 – 12 inches
Height: 15 to 30 feet
Growth Rate: Moderate
Soil Type: Cool moist soils
Salt sensitive: Very
Sun: Full Sun
Michigan Native: Yes