Cockspur Hawthorn - Crataegus crus-galli L.
Rosaceae - Rose Family
Range: Quebec to NC and KS / USDA Hardiness Zone: 5

 


Cockspur Hawthorn - Crataegus crus-galli L.

Cockspur Hawthorn has an attractive, widespreading plant habit, glossy dark green foliage, and showy flowers and fruit. Height: 15-18' / Width: 20-25'

Cockspur Hawthorn is an excellent small tree with a widespreading plant form. It has 2-3" clusters of white flowers in spring. Fruit are a bright red, 3/4" pome. They are produced in masses and provide excellent color in late summer and early fall. Foliage is dark green and very glossy. Typical plants of the species have many sharp, 3" long thorns. The tree provides a distinct horizontal accent in the landscape.

Cultural requirements: Needs a well drained soil. Fairly tolerant of drought. Does best in full sun. Does not tolerate poorly drained soils. although most hawthorns are highly susceptible to Cedar Rust, Cockspur Hawthorn is quite resistant with no serious pest problems.


Cockspur Hawthorn in flower May 25th near Chicago


The long, sharp thorns are quite dangerous. The neighbor kids won't be climbing this tree.


Dark green foliage and 3-4 inch thorns. There are thornless Hawthorn varieties.

 

              
 
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