Crataegus phaenopyrum

Washington hawthorn


Washington hawthorn is a dense, rounded tree, with thorns that can be up to 3" long. It has abundant white flowers in early Summer that are followed by bright red fruit and great Fall foliage color. A wonderful tree for birds.

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Height: 25-30 feet
Spread: 20-25 feet
Hardiness Zone: 3-8


Bloom Color: White

Characteristics & Attributes

Cultivation Status
• Species
Exposure
• Sun
• Part Shade
Soil Moisture
• Average
• Wet
Ecoregion
• Not Ecotypic in New England
Ornamental Interest
• Winter Interest and/or Evergreen
• Fall Foliage
• Fall/Winter Fruit
• Summer Bloom
Attracts Wildlife
• Attracts Butterflies
• Attracts Bees
• Host Plant
• Attracts Songbirds
• Other Pollinators/Wildlife
Landscape Use
• Specimen
• Hedge/screening
Attractive Fall Foliage and/or Ornamental Fruit
• Red Fruit
• Bright Yellow to Bronze Fall Foliage
• Multi Color Fall Foliage
• Red to Purple Fall Foliage
Growth Habit
• Compact/Clumping


North American Distribution


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