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  • CRATAEGUS alabamensis var. florens
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    CRATAEGUS alabamensis var. florens

    Commonly known as Alabama hawthorn

    An American hawthorn with spoon-shaped leaves and large berries
     
    Plant Details
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    • Berries
      These plants have berries.
    • Good to know
      Wildlife plant - birds, bees and other insects
    • Pests & Diseases
      Caterpillars, aphids, gall midges, fireblight, honey fungus, rust, powdery mildew
    • Place of origin
      USA (Georgia, Florida)
    • Deciduous
    • White
    • Frost hardy (down to -5)
    • Dentate
    • Height
      4m (13ft)
    • Spread
      2m (6½ft)
    • Tree
      Or large shrub with smooth, grey bark, zigzag stems and long, straight thorns. Flowers are followed by burgundy-red berries
    • Half hardy - unheated greenhouse / mild winter
      Hardy in coastal and relatively mild parts of the UK except in severe winters and a risk from sudden (early) frosts. May be hardy elsewhere with wall shelter or good micro-climate. Likely to be damaged or killed in cold winters. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -5°C (23°F)
    • Scented flowers
    • Spring Seasonal Interest
    • Rounded to broadly spreading
    • Bee friendly
    • Bird friendly
    Planting Tips and Care Advice
    • 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.

    • Soil Conditions
      Fertile moist well-drained soil
    • Sun Requirements
      Full sun
      Partial shade
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