Fruit tree comparisons
| Rowan Sorbus vilmorinii | Rowan Gibbsii | |
|---|---|---|
| The main feature of this Rowan trees is the pink fruitlets, which turn white as autumn progresses. It is one of the smaller Sorbus species, but also one of the more spreading. | Gibbsii grows with a neat spreading columnar form, sprinkled with clusters of bright red fruits in the autumn. | |
| remove | remove |
Growing
| Rowan Sorbus vilmorinii | Rowan Gibbsii | |
|---|---|---|
| Gardening skill | Beginner | Beginner |
| Climate suitability | Temperate climates Mild damp climates | Temperate climates Mild damp climates |
Using
| Rowan Sorbus vilmorinii | Rowan Gibbsii | |
|---|---|---|
| Food uses | Culinary |
Problems
| Rowan Sorbus vilmorinii | Rowan Gibbsii | |
|---|---|---|
| Disease resistance | Good | Good |
Identification
| Rowan Sorbus vilmorinii | Rowan Gibbsii | |
|---|---|---|
| Country of origin | China | |
| Flowering month | May | May June |
| Blossom colour | White | White |
| Fruit colour | Pink White | Red |
| Awards | RHS AGM (current) | RHS AGM (current) |