CRATAEGUS laevigata 'Crimson Cloud'
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CRATAEGUS laevigata 'Crimson Cloud'
Commonly known as Hawthorn, Midland hawthorn
('Punicea') - an attractive form with single scarlet flowers and a pronounced white centre
Whip
£25.00 each
H/Std
Courier Only due to the size of this plant.
Due to limitations imposed by couriers, taller items might have to pruned to reduce height prior to dispatch.
£75.00 each
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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BerriesThese plants have berries.
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Good to know
AGM as 'Punicea' -
Pests & Diseases
Caterpillars, aphids, gall midges, fireblight, honey fungus, rust, powdery mildew -
Place of origin
Garden form of the native Midland hawthorn -
Deciduousshallowly 3-5 lobed, mid-green leaves to 5cm (2in) long
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Red
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SingleRow of petals round conspicuous stamens - no more than 8 petals
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Coastal / windsweptSlightly back from the sea
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Fully hardy
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Lobed
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Ovate
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Height
8m (26ft) -
Spread
8m (26ft)
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TreeRounded thorny tree. Produces large, bright red flowers 2cm (¾in) across with white centres followed by ovoid to spherical fruit
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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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Very hardy
Hardy in the severest continental climates including exposed upland locations in the UK. Plant can withstand temperatures < -20 (-4°F) -
Scented flowers
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Fertile moist well-drained soil
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Full sun
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Partial shade
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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 Size8m (26ft)
8m (26ft)
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