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- Rowan
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About
Rowan is a small tree found on mountains, heathland and in woodland edges, and is frequently planted in towns and gardens. It is slender tree with creamy-white spring flowers and clusters of bright red autumn berries - a favourite food of birds such as visiting Waxwings, Redwings and other thrushes.
How to identify
Rowan can be recognised by its Ash-like leaves (15 leaflets arranged in pairs) with toothed edges, and the masses of red berries during the autumn and winter.
Where to find it
Widespread.
Habitats
When to find it
- January
- February
- March
- April
- May
- June
- July
- August
- September
- October
- Novermber
- December
- January
- February
- March
- April
- May
- June
- July
- August
- September
How can people help
Trees are an important food source for insects looking for summer nectar and birds looking for autumn berries. Try planting native species like Rowan in your garden - these will grow to provide food and shelter for wildlife. To find out more about wildlife-friendly gardening, visit our Wild About Gardens website: a joint initiative with the RHS, there's plenty of facts and tips to get you started.