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Also Known As

  • Black Hawthorn
  • Douglas Hawthorn

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

  • H: 8'-40'
  • W: 6'-15'

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

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Crataegus douglasii plant details

Crataegus douglasii is a broadleaf deciduous shrub or tree with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Attracts birds and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and even moisture - regular water. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Crataegus douglasii

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: rosaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 FT - 15 FT - wide, 8 FT - 40 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: bonsai, fall color, hedge, spiky, windbreak

GROWING CONDITIONS for Crataegus douglasii

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The fine foliage, glossy and almost formal of this small, thorny tree turns bright red-orange in fall and its wealth of charming white flowers become small black, long-lasting flowers, much appreciated by birds. S/M-W
Blooms spring, clusters of white saucer-shaped flowers, red edible fruit in summer fall. Interesting fall color with shades of yellow, orange, and blue-purple Zone 3-9. 8'-30',PNW, sun, part sun, humus rich moist or dry.

Gardening facts about Crataegus douglasii plant

How to Grow Crataegus douglasii

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • butterflies
    • deer resistant
  • Fruit

    • red
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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