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    Crataegus mexicana [UCBC clone]

    Also Known As

    • Mexican Hawthorn
    • Tejocote

    Plant type

    tree

    size

    • H: 15'-25'
    • W: 15'-25'

    planting zones

    • 8a-11

    Crataegus mexicana [UCBC clone] plant details

    Crataegus mexicana [UCBC clone] is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by orange and yellow fruit. Attracts bees and birds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Crataegus mexicana [UCBC clone]

    Plant type: tree
    Plant family: rosaceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 15 FT - 25 FT - wide, 15 FT - 25 FT - tall
    Flowers: white blooms in spring
    Uses: edible, fall color, fragrant

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Crataegus mexicana [UCBC clone]

    USDA Zones: 8a - 11
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: regular - low
    Resistant to: heat and verticillium wilt
    Soil needs: average and well-drained

    Gardening facts about Crataegus mexicana [UCBC clone] plant

    How to Grow Crataegus mexicana [UCBC clone]

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular - drought tolerant

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained

    • Special Situation

      • heat tolerant
      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • white

    • Wildlife

      • birds
      • bees

    • Fruit

      • orange
      • yellow

    • Flower Season

      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

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    Crataegus laevigata 'Pink Corkscrew'

    aka Crataegus monogyna 'Snakethorn', Snakethorn Contorted Hawthorn

    Plant Type

    Tree

    Zones

    5a-9b

    Size

    Height: 5'

    Width: 8'

    • sun
    • drought tolerant
    Photo of Crataegus laevigata 'Pink Corkscrew' trunk by Dancing Oaks Nursery
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    Crataegus ambigua

    aka Russian Hawthorn

    Plant Type

    Tree

    Zones

    4a-9b

    Size

    Height: 12'-24'

    Width: 6'-12'

    • mostly sun - mostly shade
    • regular - drought tolerant
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    Crataegus laevigata 'Paul's Scarlet'

    aka Crataegus 'Paul's Scarlet', Pauls Scarlet Hawthorn

    Plant Type

    Tree

    Zones

    4a-8b

    Size

    Height: 5'-20'

    Width: 15'-20'

    • sun - mostly sun
    • even moisture
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    Crataegus laevigata 'Crimson Cloud'

    aka Crataegus 'Crimson Cloud™', Crataegus 'Superba', Crataegus laevigata 'Superba', Crimson Cloud English Hawthorn, Crimson Cloud Hawthorn

    Plant Type

    Tree

    Zones

    4b-8b

    Size

    Height: 20'-25'

    Width: 15'-25'

    • sun - bright shade
    • regular - low
    Photo of Crataegus laevigata 'Crimson Cloud' flower by Lael's Moon Garden
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    Crataegus 'Autumn Glory'

    aka Crataegus arnoldiana, Crataegus laevigata, Crataegus oxycantha, Autumn Glory Hawthorn

    Plant Type

    Tree

    Zones

    5a-8b

    Size

    Height: 15'-25'

    Width: 15'

    • sun
    • regular
    Photo of Crataegus 'Autumn Glory' berries, form by Sean Hogan of Cistus Nursery
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