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Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: cold stratify for 180 days

Germination: sow seed 1/16" deep, tamp the soil, lightly mulch the seed bed.

Other: remove seed from fruit prior to treatments|can be fall sown without stratification.|Sporadic germination may occur over a 2-3 year period

Native to: California, Nevada, Oregon

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Sorbus californica dried berriesSorbus californica

dried berries

California Mountain Ash

In Stock: 0.592 lb (Total:0.592lb)

Sorbus californica dried berries

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0.59 lb CA

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Germination:

83%

Germination test:

Cut (Full Seed)

Purity:

98%

Seeds per lb:

3,550

Quantity:

0.59 lb

Collected in:

California

Crop year:

2013

Min. hardiness zone:

Item ID:

1819598

Characteristics

Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: cold stratify for 180 days

Germination: sow seed 1/16" deep, tamp the soil, lightly mulch the seed bed.

Other: remove seed from fruit prior to treatments|can be fall sown without stratification.|Sporadic germination may occur over a 2-3 year period

Native to: California, Nevada, Oregon

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Introduced

Discover the enchanting allure of Sorbus californica, commonly known as California Mountain Ash or California Rowan. This striking native shrub of western North America is celebrated for its year-round beauty and ecological benefits. Sporting lush, feathered leaves, this elegant plant unveils clusters of delicate white flowers in spring, creating a picturesque display. As autumn unfolds, Sorbus californica transforms into an oasis of vibrant red berries, a feast for birds like thrushes and waxwings, enhancing your garden's biodiversity.

Thriving in full sun to partial shade, this versatile shrub adapts well to different garden settings. It flourishes with at least 4 hours of direct sunlight but can also thrive in shadier spots, making it a flexible addition to your landscape. Wind-resistant and low-maintenance, it is perfect even for challenging locations, tolerating a range of soil types from sandy to loamy with neutral to slightly acidic pH.

Ideal for anyone seeking a resilient yet captivating plant, Sorbus californica promises to enrich your garden with its seasonal charm and wildlife appeal.