Crataegus schraderiana
blue hawthorn
A small, round-headed, deciduous tree with grey-green, deeply-divided leaves. Clusters of creamy flowers in late spring are followed by dark, purple-red fruit in early autumn
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Size
Ultimate height
4–8 metresTime to ultimate height
20–50 yearsUltimate spread
4–8 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drained, Well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
Spring | Cream | Green | ||
---|---|---|---|---|
Summer | Green | |||
Autumn | Green | Purple Red | ||
Winter |
Position
- Full sun
- Partial shade
Aspect
South–facing or North–facing or East–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered Hardiness
H6Botanical details
- Family
- Rosaceae
- Native to the UK
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Bushy
- Potentially harmful
- Fruit are ornamental - not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
- Genus
Crataegus are deciduous trees and shrubs, usually with spiny branches, lobed or toothed leaves, and clusters of creamy-white flowers followed by red or black fruits. Some have fine autumn colour
- Name status
Correct
- Plant range
- Greece Crimea
How to grow
Cultivation
Tolerates most soils, unless waterlogged, and grows in sun or semi-shade. Useful specimen trees for town, coastal or exposed gardens.
Propagation
Propagate by seed
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- City and courtyard gardens
- Coastal
- Cottage and informal garden
Pruning
Pests
May be susceptible to caterpillars, gall mites and aphids
Diseases
Generally disease-free but may be susceptible to a leaf spot, fireblight and honey fungus
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