Illustrative photo.
Crataegus laevigata 'PAUL'S SCARLET' hawthorn
size/type
medium-sized tree,medium-sized tree
usual height
4-5m
usual width
2-4m
leaves
deciduous broadleaf
colour of leaves
flowers
showy
colour of flowers
blooming time
May-June
location
full sun
soil type
any (acidic to alkaline)
soil moisture requirements
evenly moist (dislikes drought)
USDA zone (lowest)
4 (down to -34°C)
winter protection
for zone 5+6
for zone 7
categorized
Description of the plant:
This very attractive hawthorn can be either a great specimen in your garden or used as a hedge. In late May the branches will be covered with bright pink to crimson red clusters of double flowers.
Growing conditions and care
The leaves have 3-5 rounded lobes and are deep green and shiny. It grows as a large shrub or a small tree, and its size can be easily controlled by pruning after flowering. It has no special soil requirements. Fully hardy to approx. -32°C (USDA zone 4).
Last update 16-01-2009.
