{"id":7485,"date":"2023-05-11T03:47:57","date_gmt":"2023-05-11T07:47:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ifoxany.com\/?p=7485"},"modified":"2023-05-11T03:53:04","modified_gmt":"2023-05-11T07:53:04","slug":"how-to-plant-and-grow-hawthorn-tree","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ifoxany.com\/index.php\/2023\/05\/11\/how-to-plant-and-grow-hawthorn-tree\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Plant and Grow Hawthorn Tree"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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\"Hawthorn<\/div><\/div><\/figure>

Native to eastern North America, hawthorn is a showy, small tree that breaks into clouds of white flowers in spring, followed by vivid fall color, and long-lasting red winter fruits. The fruits, which resemble rosehips, stand out in a snowbound landscape. Robins sometimes line the branches in mid-to-late winter, harvesting the fruits. This tree is also known as cockspur thorn, and for good reason. It sports numerous long, sharp thorns along its horizontal branches\u2014which is why a grouping of these trees makes an excellent\u00a0barrier or living fence<\/a>. Hawthorns prefer well-drained, slightly acidic soil but are unflappable in heat and humidity.<\/p>

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Hawthorn Tree Overview<\/h3>
GENUS NAME<\/td>Crataegus crus-galli<\/td><\/tr>
COMMON NAME<\/td>Hawthorn Tree<\/td><\/tr>
PLANT TYPE<\/td>Tree<\/td><\/tr>
LIGHT<\/td>Sun<\/td><\/tr>
HEIGHT<\/td>15 to 50 feet<\/td><\/tr>
WIDTH<\/td>20 to 30 feet<\/td><\/tr>
FLOWER COLOR<\/td>White<\/td><\/tr>
FOLIAGE COLOR<\/td>Blue\/Green<\/td><\/tr>
SEASON FEATURES<\/td>Colorful Fall Foliage, Spring Bloom, Winter Interest<\/td><\/tr>
SPECIAL FEATURES<\/td>Attracts Birds<\/td><\/tr>
ZONES<\/td>3, 4, 5, 6, 7<\/td><\/tr>
PROPAGATION<\/td>Stem Cuttings<\/td><\/tr>
PROBLEM SOLVERS<\/td>Slope\/Erosion Control<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div>
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Where to Plant Hawthorn<\/span><\/h2>

Hawthorn grows best in full sun and average, well-drained soil. Choose a sunny spot to get the most out of the hawthorn\u2019s showy blooms. If you choose to plant a variety of hawthorn that still produces thorns, consider placing it in an area away from walkways or where children may play as the needle-sharp thorns of some varieties can grow up to 3 inches long and could cause serious injury.<\/p>

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How and When to Plant Hawthorn<\/span><\/h2>

Plant nursery-grown trees in early spring or early fall. Dig a hole in a spot that gets at least 6 hours of sunlight each day. You will want to make the hole at least twice as wide and deep as the root ball to help the sapling stay anchored. If you are building a living fence of hawthorn trees, make sure the holes are spaced at least 20 feet apart so the roots of your trees have room to grow as they mature.<\/p>

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After planting, water them well and cover the soil around the tree with a 2-inch-thick layer of mulch to prevent weeds and moisture evaporation from the soil. Water spring-planted trees regularly and deeply through the first growing season. Water your fall-planted trees regularly and deeply for a growing season beginning in the spring following planting.<\/p>

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Hawthorn Tree Care<\/span><\/h2>

Hawthorn trees are hardy flowering trees that are tolerant of many varied growing conditions but they are notably susceptible to issues with pests and diseases. With proper care, however, you can enjoy their striking color in your garden all year long\u2014from the flush of flowers each spring to the beautiful crimson berries of winter.<\/p>

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Light<\/span><\/h3>

Hawthorn grows best in full sun. Trees grown in shadier spots may not develop the showy blooms and bright berries that make the tree so compelling.<\/p>

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Soil and Water<\/span><\/h3>

Hawthorn trees grow best in well-drained, slightly acidic soil that has a pH between 6.0 and 7.5, but they can tolerate almost any type of soil from clay to sand. That said, if the soil is too compact, the tree may develop root rot.<\/p>

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Pruning and Harvesting<\/span><\/h3>

Hawthorn rarely requires pruning, but it’s best to remove\u00a0dead or diseased branches<\/a>\u00a0as soon as possible.<\/p>

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Pests and Problems<\/span><\/h2>

Many fungal diseases and pests plague hawthorn, such as rust, fire blight, powdery mildew, cankers, apple scab, and leaf blight. For the healthiest tree possible, start by choosing a disease-resistant variety. Then do your part to keep hawthorn healthy by planting it in an area with well-drained soil and good air circulation.<\/p>

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Types of Hawthorn<\/span><\/h2>

There are over 200 types of hawthorn trees, most of which produce white flowers and small, round fall fruits. They are native to the temperate regions of Asia, Europe, and North America and often feature thorny spines that grow on their trunks and stems.<\/p>

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The development of thornless hawthorns means that user-friendly varieties of this tree can now spread their horizontal branches in landscapes of all kinds, including those enjoyed by children and pets.<\/p>

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Azarole hawthorn<\/span><\/h3>

Crataegus azarolus<\/em>, or azarole hawthorn, grows to about 20 to 30 feet tall with glossy green leaves and fragrant white flowers that turn to yellow, golden, or red fruits in the fall. It grows well in zones 5-9 and, in warmer climates, produces an edible fruit with a tart, apple-like flavor.<\/p>

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Canadian hawthorn<\/span><\/h3>

Crataegus canadensis<\/em>,\u00a0<\/strong>the Canadian hawthorn tree, typically grows to about 30 feet tall and produces clusters of white flowers in late spring and early summer and crops of tiny, red, apple-like fruit in the fall and winter. It has dark-brown bark with long thorns.<\/p>

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Cockspur hawthorn<\/span><\/h3>

Crataegus crus-galli<\/em>, or cockspur hawthorn, is often grown as a large shrub or small tree and can grow to a height of 15 to 35 feet. It features thorny branches that produce clusters of white flowers in spring followed by small, reddish burgundy berries that will last through January.<\/p>

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Common hawthorn<\/span><\/h3>

Crataegus monogyna<\/em>, a.k.a. common hawthorn, can be grown as a small tree or shrub that reaches anywhere between 6 and 30 feet in height. The thorny tree\u2019s cherry blossom-like flowers are grouped in small, flat clusters that turn to crimson berries that are eaten and distributed by birds and other small animals throughout the winter.<\/p>

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Copenhagen hawthorn<\/span><\/h3>

Crataegus<\/em>\u00a0<\/strong>intricate<\/em>, or Copenhagen hawthorn, grows in zones 4-8 and will reach a height of 4 to 10 feet tall. It produces fragrant, cup-shaped white flowers each spring that turn to clusters of sour, red apple-like fruits that are sometimes used to make jams and jellies.<\/p>

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‘Paul’s Scarlet’ English hawthorn<\/span><\/h3>

Crataegus laevigata<\/em>, or \u2018Paul\u2019s Scarlet\u2019 hawthorn, grows to about 20 to 25 feet tall and 15 to 20 feet wide in zones 5-8. It produces clusters of dark pink blooms that resemble miniature roses in the spring. The blossoms are followed by red fruits in the fall that are not edible for humans, but popular among birds.<\/p>

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Thornless cockspur hawthorn<\/span><\/h3>

Much like the thorny cockspur hawthorn, the thornless variety,\u00a0crataegus crus-galli\u00a0<\/em>var.\u00a0inermis<\/em>, displays beautiful white flowers in the spring and long-lasting fruit in the fall and winter. The tree can grow up to 20 to 35 feet at maturity and will not produce the thorns its prickly cousin is known for.<\/p>

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Washington hawthorn<\/span><\/h3>

Crataegus<\/em>\u00a0<\/strong>phaenopyrum<\/em>, or Washington hawthorn, grows well in zones 3-9 and will reach a height of 20 to 30 feet tall. It features white flowers and green foliage that turns red, orange, and purple in the fall. In winter, the disease-resistant tree is bright with red fruit and silvery-gray bark.\u00a0<\/p>

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Companion Plants<\/span><\/h2>

Enjoy the view of hawthorn’s dense horizontal branching by combining it with\u00a0other small trees\u00a0in a large landscape bed. Great planting partners include crabapple, redbud, and serviceberry. All of these trees flower in spring to create a colorful screen that also provides sustenance for pollinators during flowering.<\/p>

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Crabapple<\/span><\/h3>
\"Prairie<\/div><\/div>
Mike Jensen.<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>

With fragrant spring flowers, stunning fall foliage, and rosy winter fruits that attract birds, the crabapple makes a delightful landscape tree. In zones 3-8, it grows to approximately 8 to 20 feet in height and, like the hawthorn tree, thrives in well-drained soil.<\/p>

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Redbud Tree<\/span><\/h3>
\"redbud<\/div><\/div>
Jerry Pavia.<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>

Redbuds, of the genus\u00a0Cercis<\/em>, are easy-to-grow trees that produce sprays of lovely pink or white blooms in early spring that give way to heart-shape leaves in summer and fall. They grow in zones 5-9 to a height of approximately 20 to 30 feet and\u2014while they prefer full sun\u2014they can handle slightly more shade than the hawthorn tree.<\/p>

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Serviceberry<\/span><\/h3>
\"amelanchier<\/div><\/div>
Peter Krumhardt.<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>

Serviceberries\u2014named for their tendency to bloom during burial season in days gone by\u2014are small trees that produce lovely white, pink, or yellow blooms that transform to blue-green foliage in early spring. They can reach a height of 6 to 25 feet in zones 2-9 and produce clusters of edible berries that can be made into jellies or jams.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Native to eastern North America, hawthorn is a showy, small tree that breaks into clouds of white flowers in spring, followed by vivid fall color, and long-lasting red winter fruits. The fruits, which resemble rosehips, stand out in a snowbound landscape. Robins sometimes line the branches in mid-to-late winter, harvesting the fruits. This tree is also known as cockspur thorn, and for good reason. It sports numerous long, sharp thorns along its horizontal branches\u2014which is why a grouping of these trees makes an excellent\u00a0barrier or living fence. Hawthorns prefer well-drained, slightly acidic soil but are unflappable in heat and humidity. \u00a0 Hawthorn Tree Overview GENUS NAME Crataegus crus-galli COMMON NAME Hawthorn Tree PLANT TYPE Tree LIGHT Sun HEIGHT 15 to 50 feet WIDTH 20 to 30 feet FLOWER COLOR White FOLIAGE COLOR Blue\/Green SEASON FEATURES Colorful Fall Foliage, Spring Bloom, Winter Interest SPECIAL FEATURES Attracts Birds ZONES 3, 4, 5,…<\/p>\n

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