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A compact, small tree with very fierce thorns. This is possibly a hybrid, but it has been cultivated since the 18th century and the parentage is unknown. Leaves are almost untoothed and glossy dark green, rather like a cherry. Large white flowers along the stems in spring followed by red ‘Haws’ in autumn. These coupled with golden autumn leaves make this highly decorative.
Crataegus x prunifolia
Common Name : Broadleafed Cockspur Thorn
Native: unknown, probably N. America
Provenance: China
Size and Spread (10years): 3m x 3m
Treatment required: Deeply dormant, needs at least 30 weeks stratification
Germinal Seed/kg: 7844
Ideal Sowing Period: autumn
Soil: not waterlogged
Planting information: tolerant of most conditions including coastal
Mature Height: 6-9m
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| Weight | 5.00 g |
|---|---|
| Genus | Crataegus |
| Size | seed pkt(approx 30 seeds) |
| Family | Rosaceae |
| Flowering Month | May |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Life Cycle | tree |
| Evergreen | deciduous |
| Interest | autumn foliage, flowers, fruit |
| Wildlife | yes |
| Requires | part shade, sun |
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