Fruit tree comparisons
 Common Rowan |  Dabinett | |
|---|---|---|
| The Rowan or Mountain Ash, native to most parts of the UK. The leaves turn golden red in autumn, accompanied by clusters of red berries. One of the largest species of Sorbus. | Dabinett is a traditional English cider apple variety, producing a bittersweet juice. | |
| remove | remove |
Growing
| Rowan Common Rowan | Cider apple trees Dabinett | |
|---|---|---|
| Gardening skill | Beginner | Beginner |
| Self-fertility | Self-fertile | |
| Flowering group | 6 | |
| Pollinating others | Average | |
| Fruit bearing | Spur-bearer | |
| Climate suitability | Temperate climates Mild damp climates |
Using
| Rowan Common Rowan | Cider apple trees Dabinett | |
|---|---|---|
| Picking season | Very late | |
| Keeping (of fruit) | 2-3 weeks | |
| Cropping | Good | |
| Food uses | Culinary | Hard cider |
Problems
| Rowan Common Rowan | Cider apple trees Dabinett | |
|---|---|---|
| Disease resistance | Good | Good |
| Scab (Apple and Pear) | Some resistance | |
| Fire blight | Some resistance |
Identification
| Rowan Common Rowan | Cider apple trees Dabinett | |
|---|---|---|
| Country of origin | United Kingdom | |
| Period of origin | 1850 - 1899 | |
| Flowering month | May June | |
| Blossom colour | White | |
| Fruit colour | Red | Red - dark |
| Flesh colour | White |