Washington Thorn

Crataegus Phaenopyrum

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Overview

The Washington Thorn, Crataegus phaenopyrum, is a deciduous, multi-stemmed tree reaching heights of 20-30 ft, with a similar spread. Named for its thorny branches, this ornamental offers white spring blossoms, brilliant red fall berries, and striking foliage turning from green to purple-red in autumn. Adapted to full sun, it thrives in hardiness zones 4-8 and tolerates a variety of soil types, making it versatile for landscape design.

Sun FullWater Low, Very LowZones 3–8Climate Temperate

Washington Thorn (Crataegus Phaenopyrum) — multi-stemmed tree reaching heights of 20-30 ft

Washington Thorn (Crataegus Phaenopyrum) — Named for its thorny branches

Washington Thorn (Crataegus Phaenopyrum) — this ornamental offers white spring blossoms

Washington Thorn (Crataegus Phaenopyrum) — brilliant red fall berries

Washington Thorn (Crataegus Phaenopyrum) — it thrives in hardiness zones 4-8 and tolerates a variety of soil types

Washington Thorn (Crataegus Phaenopyrum) — and striking foliage turning from green to purple-red in autumn

Washington Thorn (Crataegus Phaenopyrum) — making it versatile for landscape design

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Low, Very Low
USDA zones: 3–8

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Rosaceae
Climate: Temperate

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Washington Thorn (Crataegus Phaenopyrum) — multi-stemmed tree reaching heights of 20-30 ft

Washington Thorn (Crataegus Phaenopyrum) — Named for its thorny branches

Washington Thorn (Crataegus Phaenopyrum) — this ornamental offers white spring blossoms

Washington Thorn (Crataegus Phaenopyrum) — brilliant red fall berries

Washington Thorn (Crataegus Phaenopyrum) — it thrives in hardiness zones 4-8 and tolerates a variety of soil types

Washington Thorn (Crataegus Phaenopyrum) — and striking foliage turning from green to purple-red in autumn

Washington Thorn (Crataegus Phaenopyrum) — making it versatile for landscape design

Washington Thorn (Crataegus Phaenopyrum) — suited for USDA zones 4 through 8

Washington Thorn (Crataegus Phaenopyrum) — matures to a modest height of 25 to 30 feet

Washington Thorn (Crataegus Phaenopyrum) — native to the southern United States

Washington Thorn (Crataegus Phaenopyrum) — with a canopy spread of equally 25 to 30 feet at full growth

Washington Thorn (Crataegus Phaenopyrum) — providing a well-balanced and symmetrical appearance.<br><br>Distinguished by its seasons of interest

Washington Thorn (Crataegus Phaenopyrum) — the Washington Thorn offers clusters of white blooms in late spring

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