hawthorn varieties

Crataegus laevigata 'Paul's Scarlet' Tree. ...
Crataegus monogyna Tree. ...
Crataegus laevigata 'Crimson Cloud' Tree. ...
Crataegus prunifolia 'Splendens' Tree. ...
Crataegus laevigata 'Plena' Tree. ...
Crataegus laevigata 'Rosea Flore Pleno' Tree. ...
Crataegus pinnatifida var major 'Big Golden Star' Tree. ...
Crataegus persimilis 'Prunifolia' Tree.

How many types of hawthorn trees are there?

Hawthorns belong in a very large family encompassing over 1,000 types, though all have similar characteristics and all produce attractive fruit. Despite their susceptibility to pests and diseases, they fulfill many uses within the landscape.

How do you identify a hawthorn tree?

Identification (see below for more photos)

Thorny, deciduous small tree or shrub, 6 to 30 feet tall.
Leaves 3 to 7-lobed, 1-2 inches long and nearly as broad, resemble mittens or paws.
Flowers grouped in broad, dense, flat-topped clusters and resemble cherry or apple blossoms.
Petals are usually white, sometimes pink.

Is Hawthorn a tree or a bush?

Hawthorn is a very undemanding tree and grows almost anywhere, in rock crevices and other unreachable places. It is the most common tree or shrub planted in hedges. Over 200 plant-eating insects depend on hawthorn.

What's the difference between Hawthorn and Blackthorn?

But there are some key differences: Blackthorn blossoms before its leaves start to show, whereas hawthorn flowers after its leaves have emerged. ... Hawthorn flowers from around April to June. Hawthorn petals are rounded and fuller than those of blackthorn.

How quickly does Hawthorn grow?

Growth rate of Hawthorn hedging

Crataegus monogyna is a very fast-growing shrub, achieving around 40 – 60cm growth per year, which explains the name Quickthorn!

Can you keep a hawthorn tree small?

Hawthorns grow 18 to 35 feet tall and up to 30 feet wide, and most need pruning to thin out bushy, multiple stems and to keep the tree smaller overall.

Is Hawthorn poisonous to dogs?

Hawthorn (Crataegus monogyna)

Hawthorn berries are quite safe for your dog to eat and are used in herbal medicine as a tonic for the heart and was traditionally used to help with a number of heart problems.

What is Hawthorn good for?

Hawthorn is used to help protect against heart disease and help control high blood pressure and high cholesterol. Both animal and human studies suggest hawthorn increases coronary artery blood flow, improves circulation, and lowers blood pressure. It has also been used on the skin to treat boils and skin sores.

Are hawthorn berries poisonous to humans?

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Haws aren't poisonous, try one, they actually taste quite pleasant, not sweet, more earthy. The new leaves in spring taste the same too and make a nice garnish to a roast instead of parsley. But mabey not to everyones taste.

Is it bad luck to cut down a hawthorn tree?

Hawthorn is most deeply rooted in folklore. It was considered bad luck to cut a Hawthorn tree down. Still today, it is not unusual to see a tree or 'Fairy Thorn' standing alone in the middle of a country field.

Why do hawthorn trees smell?

The reason behind the stench of the blossoms of common hawthorn, which is native to Britain, really does have a connection to death; the flowers produce trimethylamine, which also happens to be one of the first chemicals released in decaying animal tissue.

Can I cut down a hawthorn tree?

Caring for a Hawthorn Tree

It is vital not to over-prune a hawthorn tree as this can stunt its growth, and you must never trim this tree until it is well established and at least 1.5 metres in height. If you want to enhance the May blossom once the tree is mature, prune during the winter.

What medications does hawthorn interact with?

Hawthorn might interact with:

Beta blockers, such as atenolol (Tenormin), nadolol (Corgard) or propranolol (Inderal, Innopran, Hemangeol)
Calcium channel blockers, such as diltiazem, nifedipine (Procardia) and verapamil (Calan SR, Verelan)

Can you eat hawthorn berries?

The young leaves, flower buds and berries are all edible, and the plants are increasingly valuable herbal medicines. ... Some of the hawthorn species native to China, will produce much larger and tastier fruits than our native plants, and can be grown here without too much ado.

Is Quickthorn the same as Hawthorn?

Crataegus monogyna or the common Hawthorn, also known as quickthorn hedging, is one of the most common of English hedgerows, providing beautiful May flowers and edible berries. Often featured in European folklore, the hawthorn or quickthorn is still a popular choice today.

How far apart should Hawthorn be planted?

Plant 9-12ins (23-30cm) apart or for a denser or stock-proof hedge plant in a staggered double row with 15ins (38cm) between rows and 18ins (45cm) between plants.

When should I plant a hawthorn hedge?

When to plant a hedge

Evergreen and semi-evergreen hedges: Early autumn is ideal for hedging plants such as box, privet (semi-evergreen) and yew. However, they can be planted at any time from late autumn until late winter.
Deciduous hedges: Plant beech, hawthorn and hornbeam any time from leaf fall.

Can Hawthorn grow in shade?

Hawthorns will grow in most soil types, in sun or light shade.

Can I cut Indian hawthorn to the ground?

Reducing Size

If the Indian hawthorn has outgrown the space in which it was planted, you can reduce its size by heading back and thinning. Cut the longer, taller branches back to their union with another branch or to a bud. ... Pruning will stimulate growth and the plant will fill in quickly.

Can you coppice Hawthorn?

If the shrubs are coppiced too high gaps will form at the base of the hedge as it grows, resulting in a hedge that will not be stock-proof. ... The best species for coppicing are any of the willow species, hazel, alder and hawthorn.

How do you care for a hawthorn tree?

They do need full sun, especially if being grown for the edible berries, and good drainage.

Water trees enough to keep the soil moist, not dry or muddy. ...
Keep a 2- to 4-inch layer of mulch covering the tree root zone. ...
Fertilize the hawthorn tree with a 10-10-10 fertilizer in the spring before new growth starts.