Oakleaf Mountain Ash

Description

Oakleaf Mountain Ash is a unique hybrid shade tree known for its leaves that resemble those of an oak, despite being a member of the rose family rather than an actual oak or ash. It is a deciduous tree with a distinctive pyramidal to oval form and dark green leaves are uniquely lobed, mimicking the shape of an oak leaf, and often feature a silvery, fuzzy underside that turns a vibrant gold or yellow brown in the fall. In mid spring, it produces showy clusters of white flowers which develop into abundant orange red berries by late fall, which frequently persist into winter and are highly attractive to birds. Requires full sun to part shade for optimal growth, typically needing at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily. While they prefer bright, sunny spots, they are adaptable to partial shade.