A rare and hardy ornamental tree offering year-round interest for neutral to acid soils. In spring, its young leaves are silvery-grey and downy, maturing to a vibrant green with sparsely hairy undersides. Clusters of creamy-white flowers bloom, attracting wildlife to the garden. As summer turns to autumn, the tree bears amber-orange fruits, speckled with greyish-brown, providing a vital food source for birds. With its compact, upright growth, Sorbus wardii is an ideal choice for smaller gardens.