Crataegus laevigata 'White'
White English Hawthorn
Description
WIth a moderate growth rate, this tree reaches 18-25'. It has thorny branches, some of which need pruning to thin out excessive, twiggy growth.
Plant Type
Tree
Height Range
12-25'
Flower Color
White
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Dark Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
Orange, Red
Fruit Season
Winter
Sun
Full
Water
Medium, Extra in Summer
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Loam
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained
Soil pH
Acid, Neutral
Adverse Factors
Messy
Design Styles
English Cottage, Woodland
Accenting Features
Multi-trunk Tree, Showy Flowers, Specimen
Seasonal Interest
n/a
Location Uses
Roadside, Walkways
Special Uses
Shade Tree
Attracts Wildlife
Birds
Water Saving Tip:
Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.
Organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust will also break down and improve the soil.