Crataegus crus-galli Crusader®

Scientific Name: Crataegus crus-galli 'Cruzam'

Also Known As

Crataegus crus-galli 'Crusader'
Crataegus crus-galli Crusader™
Crataegus crus-galli inermis
Crataegus crus-galli var. inermis
Cockspur Hawthorn
Crusader Cockspur Hawthorn
Thornless Cockspur Hawthorn

Plant type

tree

size

H: 15'-25'
W: 10'-25'

planting zones

3a-7b

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Crataegus crus-galli Crusader® plant details

Crataegus crus-galli Crusader® is a moderate-growing broadleaf deciduous 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 regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Crataegus crus-galli Crusader®

Plant type: tree
Plant family: rosaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 10 FT - 25 FT - wide, 15 FT - 25 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: bonsai, fall color, hedge, native plant, small tree, spiky, street tree, windbreak

GROWING CONDITIONS for Crataegus crus-galli Crusader®

USDA Zones: 3a - 7b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Cockspur Hawthorn has a rounded crown and horizontal branching habit. The spines can be up to 3 inches long! The white, half inch flowers bloom in May or June (lasting about a week) and are followed by red fruit that will persist into winter. Fall color is a fabulous display of orange to red. Growth Rate slow

By: Garden World

A thornless hawthorn! ; a pretty one too, this broad, rounded tree has dense, spreading branches covered with glossy, dark-green leaves ; an abundance of white flowers in spring followed by small red fruits ; orange fall color. Sun/Med