Toba Flowering Hawthorne

Toba is a named flowering hawthorn selection with a dense, rounded to ovoid crown and fragrant, pale spring flowers. Its published mature dimensions are ranges, so retain approximate garden measurements without implying a precise maximum. ## Form and flowering Ebben Nursery describes Crataegus × mordenensis ‘Toba’ as a deciduous tree reaching about 4–6 metres tall and 3–5 metres wide. The existing approximate dimensions fall within those ranges. In May, cream-white flowers that age toward pink appear among green leaves; small red fruit may follow. The profile notes thorns, so allow clearance from paths and play areas. It lists the tree for sun or partial shade and for dry to moist soil, with uses in parks, streets, gardens, and patios where the available space suits the eventual crown. Hardiness descriptions depend on the rating system and source. Ebben gives a European H-zone rating, which is not interchangeable with a USDA zone; check local nursery or extension guidance for winter suitability in your area. See the [Ebben Nursery profile](https://www.ebben.nl/en/treeebb/crmtoba-crataegus-x-mordenensis-toba/) for the cultivar’s size, flower color, site conditions, and wildlife notes. ## Maintenance Water during establishment and during prolonged dry periods, especially in exposed sites. Prune selectively to maintain a strong structure and remove dead or crossing branches; avoid heavy trimming that would remove flowering wood.