Crataegus phaenopyrum

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Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: warm stratify for 120 days, cold stratify for 120 days

Germination: sow seed 3/8" deep , tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Other: Seeds that don’t germinate the first stratification cycle should be put through another warm/cold period.

Native to: Alabama, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Michigan, Mississippi, Montana, North Carolina, Ohio, Ontario, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia

Introduced to: New York

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Introduced

Crataegus phaenopyrumCrataegus phaenopyrum

Thornapple, Washington Hawthorn

In Stock: 10.922 lb (Total:10.922lb)

Crataegus phaenopyrum

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10.92 lb PA

Details

Germination:

63%

Germination test:

Cut (Full Seed)

Purity:

98%

Seeds per lb:

44,492

Quantity:

10.92 lb

Collected in:

Pennsylvania

Crop year:

2024

Min. hardiness zone:

Item ID:

1835352

Characteristics

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Liechtenstein

Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: warm stratify for 120 days, cold stratify for 120 days

Germination: sow seed 3/8" deep , tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Other: Seeds that don’t germinate the first stratification cycle should be put through another warm/cold period.

Introduced to: New York

Native

Introduced

Discover the enchanting allure of Crataegus phaenopyrum, commonly known as Washington Hawthorn. This captivating tree is an ideal choice for those looking to enhance their landscape with a splash of seasonal color. A member of the Rosaceae family, it presents a small, low-branching, deciduous form, typically growing to 25-30 feet tall with an appealing rounded crown. From its origins in the southeastern United States, including Missouri, Arkansas, and beyond, it thrives in a range of climates, enduring zones 4 through 8.

Washington Hawthorn dazzles throughout the year. It awakens in spring with reddish-purple leaves that soon turn dark green. By June, it bursts into a stunning display of fragrant, white flowers. As fall approaches, its foliage transforms, showcasing vibrant shades of orange, scarlet, and purple, complemented by clusters of bright red berries that persist into winter.

Perfect as a hedge, specimen tree, or street plant, this thorny beauty tolerates urban pollution, and flourishes in full sun and well-drained soil. Thanks to its resistance to common pests and diseases, such as cedar-apple rust, and its adaptability to various soil types, including heavy clay, Washington Hawthorn provides an enduring landscape solution. Embrace nature's resilience and beauty with this charming tree that attracts birds, butterflies, and admiration alike.