Native Plant Trust

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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