Common Hawthorn
Crataegus monogyna
A classic wildlife-friendly hedge with fragrant spring blooms and red autumn berries.
- Plant Type
- Shade Trees
- Width
- 20-25 Ft.
- Height
- 25-30 Ft.
- USDA hardiness zone
- 5 - 7
- Sun requirements
- Full Sun, Part Shade
- Design image count
- 3
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Create design onlineAbout Common Hawthorn
Crataegus monogyna, the common hawthorn, is a hardy deciduous tree or dense shrub reaching up to 10 meters. It features a rounded crown and thorny branches adorned with deeply lobed, glossy green leaves. In late spring, it produces clusters of fragrant white flowers, followed by small red fruits known as haws. Highly adaptable and hardy to Zone 4, it thrives in moist, well-drained soils and full sun. It is a staple for wildlife-friendly hedges, providing vital food and shelter for birds.