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CRATAEGUS persimilis 'Prunifolia'
Commonly known as Broad-leafed cockspur thorn, Hawthorn
A small compact broad headed tree notable for its persistent red fruit and striking autumn colour
Further Reading....
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DeciduousCherry-like leaves (hence 'Prunifolia'), glossy, deep green to 8cm (3in) which turn orange and red in autumn.
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Height8m (26ft) -
Spread8m (26ft)
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TreeRounded tree with stout thorns. Bright red fruit in autumn.
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Hardy - very cold winterHardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F) -
Full sun -
Partial shade
CRATAEGUS persimilis 'Prunifolia'
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Additional FeaturesBerriesThese plants have berries.
Good to knowUltimate size in 20-50 years. Wildlife plant - bees and other insects.
Pests & DiseasesCaterpillars, aphids, gall midges, fireblight. honey fungus, rust, powdery mildew.
Place of originAn 18th century selection from a North American thorn. -
Garden Location/ConditionsCoastal / windsweptTolerant of full exposure to sea windsSuitable for small gardens
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HardinessFully hardy
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Leaf margin
Serrulate(see photos above) -
Leaf shape
Obovate
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Pruning group
Pruning group 1Suitable for: Deciduous and evergreen trees, and some deciduous shrubs.
Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Prune wayward or crossing branches to maintain a healthy framework.
When: When dormant in the late winter/early spring. Some in the summer/autumn to prevent bleeding of sap.
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Scented PlantsScented flowersHeavy scent best appreciated from a distance.
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Seasonal InterestAutumnSummer
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Soil ConditionsTolerates allAny soil except waterlogged.
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Tree ShapeRounded to broadly spreading
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Wildlife
Bee friendly
Bird friendly
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Crataegus - Growing Guide
- Crataegus - Growing Guide
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Trees - Care Guide
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- How to plant a tree
- Ties - Video Tip ondemand_video
- Restaking fallen young trees - Video Tip ondemand_video
- Fallen old tree - Video Tip ondemand_video
- Clearing up fallen beech tree - Video Tip ondemand_video
- Spring pruning - Video Tip ondemand_video
- Removing side shoots - Video Tip ondemand_video
- Pruning and Shaping Magnolia - Video Tip ondemand_video
- Deer protection - Video Tip ondemand_video
- Weed Spraying - Video Tip ondemand_video
- Removing Ivy - Video Tip ondemand_video
- Removing wire protection - Video Tip ondemand_video
- Tree Survey - Video Tip ondemand_video
- Crown uplift - Video Tip ondemand_video
- Removing shoots below graft - Video Tip ondemand_video
- Removing peeling bark - Video Tip ondemand_video
- Maintaining variegation - Video Tip ondemand_video
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Useful extras...
Fertilisers & Feeds - Vitax
Q4 Pelleted Fertiliser
A useful fertiliser suitable for use on a wide variety of plants. Q4 provides all the nutrients and trace elements essential for vigorous growth, abundant flowering and ripening of fruit.
3 options from £6.00
Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
Rootgrow mycorrhizal fungi
Recommended by the RHS. Contains Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi. Suitable for all trees and shrubs (except rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers, cranberries and blueberries)
3 options from £3.00
Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
All-purpose Seaweed Stimulant
All-purpose organic concentrated seaweed feed that is a ready to use, derived from sustainable harvested kelp, that can be used on all outdoor and indoor plants, except acid loving plants.
Perfect used in conjunction with Rootgrow™.
Only £7.50
Vermin & Pest Control
Tree Guards
Essential small tree protection from vermin and strimming. This pack includes 5 x 90cm canes and 5 x 90cm spiral guards. Includes instructions.
Only £5.00
Garden Goodies
Slate Plant Labels
These wonderfully tactile natural slate plant labels are hand made in Cornwall and come with a chalk pen.
Just stick them in your pot or border. Pack of 6.
Only £10.00
Garden Goodies
Slate Tie-on Plant Labels
Hand made in Cornwall, these delightful natural slate labels are perfect for pots.
Comes with chalk pen. Pack of 5
Only £10.00
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