Crataegus Species, Washington Hawthorn, Washington Thorn
Crataegusphaenopyrum
Synonym
Crataegus
cordata
Crataegus
populifolia
Crataegus
youngii
For decades it has been the most popular hawthorn grown by nurseries in the Midwest and East. The Cockspur has been second. Since the tur...Read More
This tree is not without its faults. Sturdy soles on shoes are a must as it drops wicked thorns. The galls on it's stems are noticeable ...Read More
One of the least common grown of the two commonly planted species of Hawthorn here in Minnesota. Its lobed leaves gaves it away as Washin...Read More
I tried to grow these from seedlings, but gave up due to persistent unsightly fungus infections. It was "Quince rust" or "Cedar-quince ru...Read More
I live in the Philadelphia area and we have great success with the winter King Hawthorn. It makes quite a show in winter. Longwood Garden...Read More
The red berries can be eaten raw. (The seeds inside the berries are not edible.) Hawthorn berry is good for the heart. Throughout Europe,...Read More
Prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun, but is tolerant of poor soils, various soil pHs, compacted soils, drought, heat, and Winte...Read More
White flowers in early June start the color show. Reddish-purple leaves turn dark green, then orange, scarlet or purple. Small, glossy re...Read More