Sorbus thibetica 'John Mitchell' (Tibetan Whitebeam)
Tibetan Whitebeam 'John Mitchell', Sorbus aria 'Mitchellii'
Strong-growing, Sorbus thibetica 'John Mitchell' (Tibetan Whitebeam) is a compact medium-sized deciduous tree adorned with a conical, almost rounded canopy of large, broadly rounded leaves, 6 in. long (15 cm). The leaves emerge silvery-white in spring and gradually turn glossy green above, keeping their white-hairy undersides, and turn yellow and bronze in the fall. In late spring, a profusion of tiny creamy-white flowers held in umbels are produced. They are quickly followed by abundant clusters of showy, orange-red to brownish-red fruits, somewhat resembling tiny apples. Attractive in form, elegant in flower, colorful in fruit and foliage, Sorbus thibetica 'John Mitchell' stars in almost every season of the year.
- Recipient of the prestigious Award of Garden Merit of the Royal Horticultural Society.
- Grows up to 15-20 ft. in height (4-6 m) and 12-15 ft. in spread (3-4 m).
- This tree is easily grown in full sun to part shade in moderately fertile, humus-rich, acidic, well-drained soils.
- Propagate by softwood cuttings in early summer, chip budding in summer, or grafting in winter.
- No routine pruning necessary. Remove diseased, damaged, congested or crossing shoots.
- Keep an eye out for aphids, blister mites, apple canker, honey fungus and fireblight.
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Requirements
Hardiness | 5
– 7 |
---|---|
Heat Zones | 5
– 7 |
Plant Type | Trees |
Plant Family | Sorbus - Mountain Ash |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest |
Spring (Late) Summer (Early,Mid,Late) Fall |
Height | 15' – 20' (4.5m – 6m) |
Spread | 12' – 15' (3.6m – 4.5m) |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Plant of Merit, Showy, Fruit & Berries |
Attracts | Birds |
Garden Styles | Prairie and Meadow |
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While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
Requirements
Hardiness | 5
– 7 |
---|---|
Heat Zones | 5
– 7 |
Plant Type | Trees |
Plant Family | Sorbus - Mountain Ash |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest |
Spring (Late) Summer (Early,Mid,Late) Fall |
Height | 15' – 20' (4.5m – 6m) |
Spread | 12' – 15' (3.6m – 4.5m) |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Plant of Merit, Showy, Fruit & Berries |
Attracts | Birds |
Garden Styles | Prairie and Meadow |