Showy Mountain Ash

Sorbus decora

$54⁹⁵

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Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:

Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements

Container Plant Sizes

Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.

Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)

Container Size	Actual Volume	Metric Equivalent
2" x 2" x 3"	0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts	0.20 - 0.23 dry liters
4" Container	0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts	0.35 - 0.96 dry liters
4.5" Container	0.65 dry quarts	0.72 dry liters
6" Container	1.4 dry quarts	1.59 dry liters
1 Quart	1 dry quart	1.1 dry liters
5.5" Container	1.89 dry quarts	2.08 dry liters

Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)

Container Size	Actual Volume	Metric Equivalent
2 Quart	2 dry quarts	2.2 dry liters
#1 Container	2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts	2.49 - 4.11 dry liters
5" x 5" x 12"	3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts	3.85 - 4.74 dry liters

Mature Plants (2-4 years old)

Container Size	Actual Volume	Metric Equivalent
#2 Container	1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons	5.24 - 7.75 dry liters
#3 Container	2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons	8.14 - 12.16 dry liters

Large Plants (3-5 years old)

Container Size	Actual Volume	Metric Equivalent
#5 Container	2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons	12.86 - 20.35 dry liters
#6 Container	5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons	23.12 - 26.42 dry liters
#7 Container	5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons	26.34 - 28.76 dry liters

Bare Root Plants

Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.

Common Sizes:

Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet

Important Notes

Container Volume Specifications

Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents

Growing Conditions

Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment

Seasonal Availability

Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
Container plants are available throughout the growing season
Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes

Questions?

For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.

Plant Highlights

Showy Mountain Ash highlights at a glance!

Specifications

Brand

Nature Hills' Choice
Botanical Name

Sorbus decora
Growing Zones

3 - 6
Mature Height

20 - 25 feet
Mature Spread

15 - 20 feet
Sun Exposure

Full Sun
Soil

Widely adaptable
Growth Rate

Slow
Flower Color

Dark Green
Fall Color

Red
Pollinator Friendly

Yes
Pollinator Required

No
Bloom Period

Late Spring

Growing Zones 2-6

Find Your Growing Zone!

Small Deciduous Tree with Ornamental Features

Your Showy Mountain Ash is just that—showy! The Showy Mountain Ash is a small, understory tree with ornamental features. Plant one as a specimen tree in your front yard, or use one as a small shade tree.

This Ash tree has an open, rounded crown and the leaves have a lovely, tropical appearance. The dark green leaves have grey-green undersides which playfully flutter in the sunlight as it catches the contrasting shades.

Spring brings six inch flat clusters of ¼-inch, five-petaled flowers. The delicate, white blooms stand out like tiny, white, bridal bouquets amid the tree's branches.

When summer arrives, those flowers will have become orange-red fruit, providing a stunning accent to the green, tropical-look of the leaves. The berries appear in clusters on the tree, and will even persist well after the leaves have dropped for the season.

Your Mountain Ash becomes more interesting with age. The smooth, grey bark of its youth will turn rough and scaly with age, giving your tree more definition and interest in the winter months after its leaves have gone.

As your tree matures and its production increases, you'll be able to experiment with the tiny berry-like fruit. They are very acidic raw, but birds and other animals love them. The fruit is also sometimes made into jelly, and parts of the tree have also been used medicinally.

All in all, the Mountain Ash is a "showy" tree in any season and will be an asset for your landscape.

Delicate White Spring Flowers
Showy, Edible Fruit
Unique Fluttering Foliage
Attracts Birds and Wildlife

Just saw these growing in

Just saw these growing in the mountains in New England States and they are BEAUTIFUL>

Hello Lucy,

Thank you so much for sharing your lovely observation! The Showy Mountain Ash truly is a stunning sight, especially flourishing naturally in the New England mountains. It’s always wonderful to hear when nature’s beauty sparks joy for our customers.

If you’re thinking about adding this resilient and ornamental tree to your own garden, you might find it helpful to know they prefer well-drained soil and full sun to part shade. They’re also great for attracting birds with their bright berries. Should you need any tips on planting or care, feel free to reach out—we’re always here to help your mountain ash thrive!

Bloom on,
The Nature Hills Plant Knowledge Team

Just saw these growing in

Just saw these growing in the mountains in New England States and they are BEAUTIFUL>

Hello Lucy,

Thank you so much for sharing your lovely observation about the Showy Mountain Ash growing in the New England mountains! It truly is a breathtaking tree, known for its striking clusters of bright berries and beautiful foliage that changes color with the seasons. Seeing them flourishing in their natural habitat is always a special sight.

If you’re interested in bringing some of that mountain beauty into your own garden, we’ve got a variety of tips and care advice to help your Showy Mountain Ash thrive. They prefer well-drained soil and full sun to part shade. Plus, they’re quite resilient to colder climates, which makes them a great fit for many gardeners in similar regions. Should you want detailed planting instructions or recommendations for complementary plants, don’t hesitate to drop us a line!

Thanks again for taking the time to share your experience – it’s feedback like yours that brightens our day and inspires fellow nature lovers.