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Broad-Leaved Cockspur Hawthorn

Crataegus Persimilis 'Prunifolia'

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Overview

The Broad-leaved Cockspur Hawthorn, Crataegus persimilis 'Prunifolia', is a deciduous tree with a broad, rounded crown, maturing at about 25 feet tall and 25 feet wide. Noted for its glossy, deep green foliage, white flowers, and red fall berries, it provides year-round interest. Its stout thorns and dense branching make it an excellent barrier plant. Ideal for zones 4-7, it requires full sun and tolerates a variety of soils.

Sun Full, HalfWater Low, MediumZones 6–7Type Shrub, TreeClimate Temperate
Broad-Leaved Cockspur Hawthorn (Crataegus Persimilis 'Prunifolia') — maturing at about 25 feet tall and 25 feet wide
Broad-Leaved Cockspur Hawthorn (Crataegus Persimilis 'Prunifolia') — is a deciduous tree with a broadBroad-Leaved Cockspur Hawthorn (Crataegus Persimilis 'Prunifolia') — Noted for its glossy, deep green foliage, white flowers, and red fall berries, it provides

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low, Medium
USDA zones
6–7

Shape & size

Mature height
25–35 Ft.
Mature width
25–35 Ft.

Classification

Type
Shrub, Tree
Family
Rosaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Broad-Leaved Cockspur Hawthorn (Crataegus Persimilis 'Prunifolia') — maturing at about 25 feet tall and 25 feet wide
Broad-Leaved Cockspur Hawthorn (Crataegus Persimilis 'Prunifolia') — is a deciduous tree with a broad
Broad-Leaved Cockspur Hawthorn (Crataegus Persimilis 'Prunifolia') — Noted for its glossy, deep green foliage, white flowers, and red fall berries, it provides
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