Sorbus torminalis
Family: Rosaceae
Origin: native
Although rare, it is often found in oak and ash woods and pockets of ancient woodland.
Wild Service Tree
£10.00 ex.VAT
Description
Sorbus torminalis
Although rare, it is often found in oak and ash woods and pockets of ancient woodland. It grows best in clay and lime-based soils. The wild service tree is native to the UK and parts of Europe, Africa and Asia. The wild service tree is an ancient-woodland indicator.
fruits, also known as chequers, are said to taste like dates and were given to children as sweets.
They can be made into an alcoholic drink and it is thought they influenced the naming of ‘Chequers Inns’, although it is unclear which came first – the name of the fruit or the inns.
Additional information
| Plant Size | 60/80cm |
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