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× Crataemespilus grandiflora

haw-medlar

A small broad-headed tree with white flowers in spring and orange fruit in autumn. The hairy, occasionally lobed, leaves have an orange and yellow autumn colour

Synonyms
+ Crataegomespilus grandiflora
Size
Ultimate height
4–8 metres
Time to ultimate height
10–20 years
Ultimate spread
2.5–4 metres
Growing conditions
Chalk
Clay
Loam
Sand
Moisture
Moist but well–drained, Well–drained
pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Colour & scent
StemFlowerFoliageFruit
Spring White Green
Summer Green
Autumn Orange Yellow Orange
Winter Orange
Position
  • Full sun
  • Partial shade
Aspect

West–facing or South–facing or East–facing

Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered
Hardiness
H6
Botanical details
Family
Rosaceae
Native to GB / Ireland
No
Foliage
Deciduous
Habit
Bushy
Name status

Correct

How to grow

Cultivation

Grow in any soil in full sun or partial shade

Propagation

Propagate by cuttings

Suggested planting locations and garden types
  • Cottage and informal garden
  • Architectural
Pruning

Pruning group 1

Pests

Caterpillars, aphids and gall midges may be found

Diseases

May be susceptible to fireblight, powdery mildews, honey fungus and rust diseases

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