100-125cm Common Hawthorn Hedging | Crataegus monogyna | Bare Root
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- Highlights
- Variety Specifications
- Planting & Care
- A sanctuary for over 150 species of wildlife, second only to the English Oak.
- Commonly known as Mayflower, it produces fragrant white flowers in spring.
- Bears vibrant red berries, known as 'haws', in the autumn.
- Dense, thorny branches provide safe nesting spots for birds and create an effective intruder-proof barrier.
- A robust, fast-growing hedge, easily maintained at a height of 1-5m.
- Exceptionally resilient, thriving in all soil types and perfect for windy, exposed, or coastal gardens.
- Awarded the RHS 'Plants for Pollinators' mark for its value to bees and other insects.
- Species: Hawthorn
- Features: Native to UK, Wildlife benefactor, Colourful berries & fruits, Intruder proof
- Flowering Season: Early to late spring (March - April)
- Berry Season: Autumn (October - November)
- Flower Colour: White
- Position: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil Type: Any well-drained, fertile soil
- Hardiness: H7 - Fully hardy (down to -20°C)
- Habit: Bushy
- Eventual Spread: 4-8m unless pruned
- Growth Rate: Fast (40-60cm per year)
- Planting: Thrives in any well-drained soil. If your soil is heavy or sandy, mix in some perlite or fine horticultural grit when planting to improve drainage.
- Pruning: Trim after flowering in summer and again in autumn. Always check for nesting birds before trimming.
- Pests & Diseases: May be susceptible to caterpillars, aphids, hawthorn button top midge, fireblight, honey fungus, and powdery mildews.
Product Specifications
- Supplied as: Bare root plant
- Height on arrival: 100-125cm
Highlights
- A sanctuary for over 150 species of wildlife, second only to the English Oak.
- Commonly known as Mayflower, it produces fragrant white flowers in spring.
- Bears vibrant red berries, known as 'haws', in the autumn.
- Dense, thorny branches provide safe nesting spots for birds and create an effective intruder-proof barrier.
- A robust, fast-growing hedge, easily maintained at a height of 1-5m.
- Exceptionally resilient, thriving in all soil types and perfect for windy, exposed, or coastal gardens.
- Awarded the RHS 'Plants for Pollinators' mark for its value to bees and other insects.
Variety Specifications
- Species: Hawthorn
- Features: Native to UK, Wildlife benefactor, Colourful berries & fruits, Intruder proof
- Flowering Season: Early to late spring (March - April)
- Berry Season: Autumn (October - November)
- Flower Colour: White
- Position: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil Type: Any well-drained, fertile soil
- Hardiness: H7 - Fully hardy (down to -20°C)
- Habit: Bushy
- Eventual Spread: 4-8m unless pruned
- Growth Rate: Fast (40-60cm per year)
Planting & Care
- Planting: Thrives in any well-drained soil. If your soil is heavy or sandy, mix in some perlite or fine horticultural grit when planting to improve drainage.
- Pruning: Trim after flowering in summer and again in autumn. Always check for nesting birds before trimming.
- Pests & Diseases: May be susceptible to caterpillars, aphids, hawthorn button top midge, fireblight, honey fungus, and powdery mildews.
Product Specifications
- Supplied as: Bare root plant
- Height on arrival: 100-125cm
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