Washington Hawthorn (Crataegus phaenopyrum)
Washington Hawthorn (Crataegus phaenopyrum)
Crataegus phaenopyrum
Commonly known as Washington hawthorn, is a deciduous tree native to North America. Admired for its year-round beauty, it features clusters of white flowers in spring, glossy green leaves, and vibrant red berries in fall that persist into winter. Its dense branching and thorny stems make it a good choice for wildlife habitat and hedgerows. Tolerant of various soils and urban conditions, Washington hawthorn is a popular ornamental tree for gardens and landscapes.
Origin: Native
Current Sale Size: 12 - 18", bare root seedlings
Growth Rate: Medium (13 - 24” / yr.)
Soils: Well-drained soils
Moisture: Mesic
Shade Tolerance: Sun
Mature Height: 25 - 30 ft.
Mature Spread: 25 - 30 ft.
Deer Damage Potential: Medium
Uses: Hedge; street tree; flowering tree; fall color
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