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CRATAEGUS schraderiana
Commonly known as Hawthorn


Grey-green downy leaves, attractive white flowers and dark purple-red fruits. A spectacular species which has great ornamental value
Plant Details
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Good to know
Syn. C. orientalis var. sanguinea. Wildlife plant. Birds and insects -
Pests & Diseases
Caterpillars, aphids, gall midges, fireblight, honey fungus, rust, powdery mildew -
Place of origin
Southeastern Europe, western Asia -
DeciduousDeeply cut, hairy, 5- to 9-lobed leaves to 5cm (2in) long
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White
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Fully hardy
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BlueGreyish blue
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Incised
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Deltoid
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Rhomboidal
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Height
5m (16ft) -
Spread
5m (16ft) -
TreeSmall, rounded, sparsely thorned tree. Corymbs of up to 12 flowers to 1.2cm (½in) across with red anthers
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Hardy - very cold winter
Hardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F) -
Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Rounded to broadly spreading
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Bee friendly
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Bird friendly
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Mature Size5m (16ft)
5m (16ft)
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Garden Location/Conditions
Suitable for small gardens
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Pruning group
Pruning group 1
Suitable for: Deciduous and evergreen trees, and some deciduous shrubs.
Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Prune wayward or crossing branches to maintain a healthy framework.
When: When dormant in the late winter/early spring. Some in the summer/autumn to prevent bleeding of sap.
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Soil Conditions
Tolerates allAny soil except waterlogged
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Sun Requirements
Full sun
Partial shade
Crataegus - Growing Guide