Scientific Name
Crataegus crusgallii

Common Name
Cockspur hawthorn

Hardiness Zones: 4-7
Habit: Deciduous
Growth Rate: Slow to moderate
Site Requirements: Sun; range of soil types; well drained preferred; tolerates air pollution
Texture: Broad rounded; low, wide spreading branches; thorny
Form: Medium
Height: 20 to 30'
Width: 20 to 35'
Leaf: 1 to 4" alternate, simple leaves; bronze red fall color
Flower/Fruit: White flowers in May; unpleasant odor; .3 to .5" deep red fruit
Comments: Native; birds do not seems to like the fruit; dense shade
Cultivars: --
 


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