Scarlet Hawthorn

A fantastic Hawthorn. Crataegus pedicellata ( syn with Crataegus coccinea) has long dark thorns and the familiar white hawthorn flowers in May, followed by deep red conspicuous berries that hold on the tree for a long time or until the birds get them all. The leaves are different from our native Hawthorn and can turn lovely shades red / purple in Autumn and as you would expect from any Hawthorn it tolerates poor soils. Makes a great hedge.

Site: Will tolerate inland exposure
Soil: Any reasonable soil other than very wet
Position: Full sun or partial shade
Season of Interest: Blossom in Spring, berries in Autumn
Hardiness: Fully hardy
Height: 20ft (6m) Spread: 15ft (4.5m)