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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 5–9Type TreeClimate Alpine, Temperate
Cockspur Hawthorn (Crataegus Crus-Galli) — white flowers in the garden; the Cockspur Hawthorn's most striking feature is its glossy deep green leaves

Culture

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

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Tree
Family
Rosaceae
Climate
Alpine, Temperate

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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; which persist into winter
Cockspur Hawthorn (Crataegus Crus-Galli) — the Cockspur Hawthorn's most striking feature is its glossy deep green leaves; although it prefers well-drained
Cockspur Hawthorn (Crataegus Crus-Galli) — It features a 15-30 ft height with an equal spread; that turn a vibrant red-orange in the fall
Cockspur Hawthorn (Crataegus Crus-Galli) — although it prefers well-drained loams.<br><br>Distinguished by its horizontal branches
Cockspur Hawthorn (Crataegus Crus-Galli) — tree for full or half; good cultural practices include annual pruning to maintain its shape and remove any dead or
Cockspur Hawthorn (Crataegus Crus-Galli) — providing food for wildlife.<br><br>Caution is advised; this deciduous tree typically matures to a height of 20 to
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) — it prospers in full sun to partial shade and is quite tolerant of different soil types
Cockspur Hawthorn (Crataegus Crus-Galli) — This deciduous tree typically matures to a height of 20 to 30 feet with a similar spread; suited for USDA hardiness
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