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    Crataegus brachyacantha

    Also Known As

    • Blueberry Hawthorn

    Plant type

    tree

    size

    • H: 40'-50'
    • W: 40'-50'

    planting zones

    • 4a-9b

    Crataegus brachyacantha plant details

    Crataegus brachyacantha is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by black and blue fruit. Attracts bees and birds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and even moisture - regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Crataegus brachyacantha

    Plant type: tree
    Plant family: rosaceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 40 FT - 50 FT - wide, 40 FT - 50 FT - tall
    Flowers: white blooms in spring

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Crataegus brachyacantha

    USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
    Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
    Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
    Resistant to: heat and humidity
    Soil needs: average, clay, rich and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    The white spring flowers of this compact, round-headed tree (to 40-50') turn orange as they age, but what's really amazing is the bright-blue 1/3"- 1/2" fruit that follow in fall! S/M

    By: Forestfarm

    Gardening facts about Crataegus brachyacantha plant

    How to Grow Crataegus brachyacantha

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - dappled shade

    • Water Needs

      • even moisture - regular

    • Soil Needs

      • clay
      • adaptable
      • average
      • well-drained
      • rich

    • Special Situation

      • heat tolerant
      • humidity tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • white

    • Wildlife

      • birds
      • bees

    • Fruit

      • blue
      • black

    • Flower Season

      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

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    Width: 15'-25'

    • sun - bright shade
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    Plant Type

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    Zones

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    Size

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