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Cockspur Hawthorn

Crataegus Crus-Galli

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Overview

The Cockspur Hawthorn (Crataegus crus-galli) is a resilient specimen offering year-round interest. It features a 15-30 ft height with an equal spread, sharp thorns up to 3 inches long, and glossy, toothed leaves. In late spring, it boasts white flower clusters, followed by red berries persisting into winter. Its picturesque, horizontal branching habit and radiant fall foliage add exceptional aesthetic value for landscapes in USDA zones 4 to 7.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 5–9Climate Alpine, Temperate
Cockspur Hawthorn (Crataegus Crus-Galli) — It features a 15-30 ft height with an equal spread
Cockspur Hawthorn (Crataegus Crus-Galli) — sharp thorns up to 3 inches longCockspur Hawthorn (Crataegus Crus-Galli) — In late spring, it boasts white flower clusters, followed by red berries persisting into winterCockspur Hawthorn (Crataegus Crus-Galli) — The Cockspur Hawthorn (Crataegus crus-galli) is a resilient specimen offering year-round interestCockspur Hawthorn (Crataegus Crus-Galli) — it prospers in full sun to partial shade and is quite tolerant of different soil typesCockspur Hawthorn (Crataegus Crus-Galli) — Suited for USDA hardiness zones 4 through 7Cockspur Hawthorn (Crataegus Crus-Galli) — This deciduous tree typically matures to a height of 20 to 30 feet with a similar spread+51

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
5–9

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Rosaceae
Climate
Alpine, Temperate

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Cockspur Hawthorn (Crataegus Crus-Galli) — It features a 15-30 ft height with an equal spread
Cockspur Hawthorn (Crataegus Crus-Galli) — sharp thorns up to 3 inches long
Cockspur Hawthorn (Crataegus Crus-Galli) — In late spring, it boasts white flower clusters, followed by red berries persisting into winter
Cockspur Hawthorn (Crataegus Crus-Galli) — The Cockspur Hawthorn (Crataegus crus-galli) is a resilient specimen offering year-round interest
Cockspur Hawthorn (Crataegus Crus-Galli) — it prospers in full sun to partial shade and is quite tolerant of different soil types
Cockspur Hawthorn (Crataegus Crus-Galli) — Suited for USDA hardiness zones 4 through 7
Cockspur Hawthorn (Crataegus Crus-Galli) — This deciduous tree typically matures to a height of 20 to 30 feet with a similar spread
Cockspur Hawthorn (Crataegus Crus-Galli) — around 1 to 3 inches long
Cockspur Hawthorn (Crataegus Crus-Galli) — the Cockspur Hawthorn's most striking feature is its glossy deep green leaves
Cockspur Hawthorn (Crataegus Crus-Galli) — although it prefers well-drained loams.<br><br>Distinguished by its horizontal branches
Cockspur Hawthorn (Crataegus Crus-Galli) — that turn a vibrant red-orange in the fall
Cockspur Hawthorn (Crataegus Crus-Galli) — offering a striking autumnal display
Cockspur Hawthorn (Crataegus Crus-Galli) — Spring brings clusters of white flowers, approximately half an inch across, which exude a delicate fragrance
Cockspur Hawthorn (Crataegus Crus-Galli) — providing food for wildlife.<br><br>Caution is advised
Cockspur Hawthorn (Crataegus Crus-Galli) — which persist into winter
Cockspur Hawthorn (Crataegus Crus-Galli) — These blossoms give way to small pome fruit
Cockspur Hawthorn (Crataegus Crus-Galli) — which can be as long as 3 inches
Cockspur Hawthorn (Crataegus Crus-Galli) — the Cockspur Hawthorn serves well as a specimen tree
Cockspur Hawthorn (Crataegus Crus-Galli) — making it an excellent choice for defensive planting or barriers
Cockspur Hawthorn (Crataegus Crus-Galli) — as this species is named for its formidable thorns
Cockspur Hawthorn (Crataegus Crus-Galli) — particularly in smaller yards
Cockspur Hawthorn (Crataegus Crus-Galli) — or can be incorporated into a mixed shrub border or wildlife garden
Cockspur Hawthorn (Crataegus Crus-Galli) — Good cultural practices include annual pruning to maintain its shape and remove any dead or diseased wood
Cockspur Hawthorn (Crataegus Crus-Galli) — white flowers in the garden

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