Midland Hawthorn, May, Albespyne, Bird Eagles, English Hawthorn, Quickset Thorn, Quickthorn, Whitethorn
Noted for its profuse spring blossoms, Crataegus laevigata (English Hawthorn) is a small, low-branching, deciduous tree with a dense, rounded crown of ascending, stiff, zig-zag branches. They are well armed with thorns, 1 in. long (2.5 cm), and clad with glossy, dark green, 3 to 5-lobed leaves. In mid to late spring, a profusion of white flowers held in clusters (corymbs) along the branches provide a spectacular spring floral display. The blossoms are followed by red fruits in fall. The foliage develops no appreciable fall color. This beautiful species is common in hedgerows throughout Great Britain.
Hardiness |
5 - 8 |
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Heat Zones |
3 - 8 |
Climate Zones | 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 14, 15, 16, 17, A2, A3 |
Plant Type | Trees |
Plant Family | Rosaceae |
Genus | Crataegus |
Common names | Hawthorn |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest | Spring (Mid, Late), Fall |
Height | 15' - 20' (4.6m - 6.1m) |
Spread | 15' - 20' (4.6m - 6.1m) |
Maintenance | Average |
Water Needs | Average |
Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Showy, Fruit & Berries |
Native Plants | United Kingdom |
Attracts | Birds, Butterflies |
Garden Uses | Hedges And Screens |
Garden Styles | Traditional Garden, Prairie and Meadow, Informal and Cottage |
Hardiness |
5 - 8 |
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Heat Zones |
3 - 8 |
Climate Zones | 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 14, 15, 16, 17, A2, A3 |
Plant Type | Trees |
Plant Family | Rosaceae |
Genus | Crataegus |
Common names | Hawthorn |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest | Spring (Mid, Late), Fall |
Height | 15' - 20' (4.6m - 6.1m) |
Spread | 15' - 20' (4.6m - 6.1m) |
Maintenance | Average |
Water Needs | Average |
Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Showy, Fruit & Berries |
Native Plants | United Kingdom |
Attracts | Birds, Butterflies |
Garden Uses | Hedges And Screens |
Garden Styles | Traditional Garden, Prairie and Meadow, Informal and Cottage |
How many Crataegus laevigata (English Hawthorn) do I need for my garden?
Plant | Quantity | |
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Crataegus laevigata (English Hawthorn) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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