This classic British tree is loved by birds and suitable for most gardens. Fully hardy, it likes sun or semi-shade and most soils. The Rowan is a slender tree with smooth grey bark and elegant, upward-reaching branches. Surprisingly, it is a member of the Rose family. This tree is as happy growing on an exposed hill as it is on lowland heath and pasture.

It is part of the Celtic Tree Calendar: January 21st – February 17th

In May, the Rowan tree produces a mass of creamy white blossom. In late summer small green fruit appear and ripen to a deep orange-red in autumn. Each berry has a tiny 5-pointed star, traditionally described as a pentagram which is an ancient symbol of magical protection. The Sorbus is the symbol of the hidden mysteries of nature and the quickening of the life force; it is known as the Tree of Good Luck.

A sacred and magical tree, the Rowan offers many kinds of protection against enchantments and illness. The Druids often planted Rowans at places of worship and it is said that wherever druidic remains are found, so also are Rowan trees. This ancient tree is under the planetary influence of the sun and is strongly associated with two ancient sun goddesses, Brigid of Ireland and Brigantia of England. Boughs of Rowans are still hung over stables in many parts of Britain to protect livestock. Their lovely clusters of blossom are used to announce the return of the young goddess of the spring, and is associated with fertility.

The Rowan is loved by songbirds, especially as the berries are a great source of food for them late into winter. It is truly a special tree and every home should have one. This tree is a wonderful gift to celebrate and protect a new home and a new baby.

This tree is part of our ‘Native Bare Root Tree Pack’ which means a discount will be automatically added at check-out for you.

* Buy any 5 and receive a 15% discount
* Buy any 10 and receive a 25% discount

Details of carriage and other trees within this discount found below.

Native Tree Pack Trees:

Alder (Native)
Beech
Bird Cherry
Blackthorn
Hawthorn
Hornbeam
Field Maple
Rowan
Silver Birch
Wild Cherry

Carriage will take 1-3 days.

Trees of 120-150cm = £12.50 | Larger trees (over 150cm) = £19.50

You can order up to 20 Bare Root tees for the same carriage cost. If combined with potted trees or shrubs, carriage cost will vary.

If any questions, please do contact us directly, by phone or email.