Crataegus laevigata 'Pink Corkscrew'

Also Known As

Crataegus monogyna 'Snakethorn'
Snakethorn Contorted Hawthorn

Plant type

tree

size

H: 5'
W: 8'

planting zones

5a-9b

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Crataegus laevigata 'Pink Corkscrew' plant details

Crataegus laevigata 'Pink Corkscrew' is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In spring pink flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Crataegus laevigata 'Pink Corkscrew'

Plant type: tree
Plant family: rosaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 8 FT wide, 5 FT tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring
Uses: contorted, spiky

GROWING CONDITIONS for Crataegus laevigata 'Pink Corkscrew'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Resistant to: verticillium wilt

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Twisted and contorted branches form an intriguing winter sculpture, and in April, it's thick with bright pink and white double blooms. Small deciduous tree: 5' tall x 8' wide in 8 years.Minimum temperature: -20°F

By: Dancing Oaks Nursery

This striking form of the May Tree has twisted ; contorted branches which form a zigzag pattern against a winter sky. Sun/Med

By: Forestfarm

The best of the contorted trees, it will stay 5' around from its graft point, always tightly coiled and interesting. Covered with tiny pink flowers in spring, only in late summer is it a dog when the leaves become spotted and fall off making you think it is dying.