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Beautiful fern like foliage, which turns fiery in autumn
The rose pink berries are loved by birds
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Sorbus vilmorinii, a charming small deciduous tree or expansive shrub, is celebrated for its delicately divided foliage and ethereal form. This exquisite species, native to the enchanting landscapes of western China, captivates garden enthusiasts with its stunning transformation of berries, which gracefully transition from a soft rose-pink to a pristine white. Its remarkable autumn display, characterized by vibrant hues of orange, red, and purple, adds a touch of elegance to any garden, particularly those designed with a naturalistic or woodland aesthetic in mind.
Reaching an impressive height of up to 500 cm (16 ft) and a spread of 400 cm (13 ft), Sorbus vilmorinii boasts a broadly spreading and open growth habit, often featuring multiple stems that create a light and airy silhouette. The foliage is a standout feature, with its fern-like, pinnate leaves that emerge in a rich dark green, only to transform into a breathtaking palette of autumn colors. In late spring to early summer, the tree is adorned with loose clusters of small white flowers, which not only enhance its visual appeal but also serve as a vital source of nectar for pollinators, further enriching the garden's ecosystem.
This remarkable tree thrives in well-drained soil and is adaptable to various soil types, including loam, chalk, and clay, making it a versatile choice for gardeners. Preferring full sun or light dappled shade, Sorbus vilmorinii is moderately drought-tolerant once established, requiring minimal maintenance. It is fully hardy in the UK, making it an excellent specimen for small to medium gardens, woodland edges, or mixed borders. The delightful clusters of berries, which often persist into winter, provide additional seasonal interest, while the tree's low maintenance requirements and wildlife-friendly attributes—such as attracting pollinators and providing sustenance for birds—make it a truly valuable addition to any landscape.
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Caution: harmful if eaten
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Packet seed only will incur a carriage charge of £2.99.
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Live Plants
Dobies strives to ensure that all its plants are delivered to you in the perfect condition for planting. While the majority of our nursery plants cope well with slight delays in intransit, sadly, the time it takes to deliver to certain locations in the UK means that we can't guarantee this for some of our smaller plug products and tender bedding and vegetable lines, which do not respond well to the extra journey time. So regretfully while we offer the majority of our live plant offering nationwide, we are unable to ship plugs, begging plants and tender vegetable plants to the following areas: HS, IV41-IV49, IV51, IV55-56, KW15-KW17, PA34, PA41-48, PA60-PA78, PA80, PH40-PH44, TR21-TR24, ZE1-ZE3.
Non Standard Deliveries
Unfortunately like many companies in our industry we are currently only able to supply orders to UK based customers, excluding those in Northern Ireland. We are committed to finding a way that we can resume or normal services again as soon as possible. Please accept our apologies for any inconvience caused.
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These are our best value plugs plants. These 5cm plugs are great for confident gardeners and should be potted on before planting out.
Great value, robust plug plants for easy handling and care. These 7cm tall plants need potting on but provide a brilliant balance between value and effort.
Requiring little effort, these 12cm tall plug plants are ready to plant in the ground, once the threat of frosts has passed, kick starting your summer bedding display.
We nurture cuttings into these 12cm super plugs for you, offering fantastic value and very little effort. Plant out or pot on for the best results.
Our 9cm potted plants are amazing value and will give your garden a spectacular summer boost. Plant out or pot on for the best results.
Our supersized range of bedding plants will add a huge amount of colour and style to your garden, grown to provide instant impact from delivery!