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broad-leaved cockspur thorn 'Prunifolia'

Crataegus persimilis 'Prunifolia'

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Genus: Crataegus
Family: Rosaceae
Common Names: plum-leaved thorn

About this plant

'Prunifolia' is a small, broad-crowned deciduous tree with long thorns and glossy broad-oval leaves. Dramatic red and orange autumn colour. Flowers white; fruits deep red

Growing Information

Height

4-8 Metres

Spread

Wider Than 8 Metres

Hardiness

H7

Foliage

Deciduous

Growing Conditions

Sunlight

Full SunPartial Shade

Soil

ClayChalkLoamSandy

pH

Acid

Not Currently Available

This plant is not currently stocked at any garden centres on our platform.

Alkaline

Neutral

Moisture

Poorly DrainedWell Drained

Aspect

West FacingNorth FacingEast FacingSouth Facing

Exposure

ShelteredExposed

Care Guide

Cultivation

Grows well in most soils in sun or partial shade

Pruning

Pruning group 1

Propagation

Propagate by seed or grafting

Pests

Prone to caterpillars, gall mites and aphids

Diseases

May be affected by a leaf spot and fireblight

Garden Uses

Uses

Ground Cover

Season of Interest

AutumnSpringSummer

Size & Characteristics

Height

4-8 Metres

Spread

Wider Than 8 Metres

Habit

Bushy

Time to Full Height

Fifty To Hundred Years