Broad-Leaved Cockspur Thorn Tree | Crataegus persimilis 'Prunifolia'
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Broad-Leaved Cockspur Thorn Tree
Crataegus persimilis 'Prunifolia'
- This lovely compact garden tree boasts glossy, dark-green, ovate foliage which turns to warm shades of yellow, orange and copper in the autumn
- Flowers in May, with clusters of small white blossoms
- A fully hardy and low maintenance tree which will thrive in even the most difficult spots including coastal, exposed, dry and damp sites
- Compact size - grows to 5 x 4m tall, ideal for even small gardens
- Birds love to nest in its thorny branches, safe from predators
- One of the best trees for wild fruit, this tree produces crimson berries that stick around well into winter - if the wildlife doesn't get them first! Honey bees, birds and squirrels will all come and feed from this tree
- RHS Award of Garden Merit winner
- Our trees are professionally pruned before dispatching.
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, Broad-Leaved Cockspur Thorn Tree can be grown in a pot initially. Start with a 50cm pot. Depending on its vigour, it may need moving to the ground after a few years. Ensure adequate drainage and water regularly during warm weather above 20°C.
How big does it get?
The Broad-Leaved Cockspur Thorn Tree reaches a mature height of 6 to 8 metres, with a wide spread of 8 to 10 metres, although it can be maintained at a smaller size with regular pruning.
How much sunlight does this need?
Broad-Leaved Cockspur Thorn Tree prefers full sun to partial shade, requiring at least 4 to 6 hours of direct sunlight daily to thrive.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
Broad-Leaved Cockspur Thorn Tree prefers well-drained, moderately fertile soil, but is quite adaptable to most soil types including clay, loam, and chalk. It tolerates winter ground temperatures down to -10°C. Plant in a hole at least 50cm wide for best results.
How much watering does this plant need?
Broad-Leaved Cockspur Thorn Tree requires regular watering, especially during its first few years of establishment. Provide approximately 10 to 20 litres of water per week, ensuring the soil remains moist but well-drained. During hot weather above 25°C, increase watering frequency to prevent the roots from drying out.
Will this plant need pruning?
Broad-Leaved Cockspur Thorn Tree should be pruned in late winter or early spring while dormant, removing any dead, diseased, or crossing branches.
How hardy is this plant?
Crataegus persimilis 'Prunifolia' is exceptionally hardy with an RHS rating of H7, surviving temperatures colder than -20°C in severe climates.
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Meet Mike
Tree-growing skills honed right across the globe
Having started out in Australia, studied in Northern Ireland and volunteered at an organic farm in Sweden, it’s fair to say Mike’s done his fair share of travel on his horticultural journey, so far! Having happily laid down roots here at Roots, Mike is the don behind our tree-growing operation, imparting each and every one of his globally-honed skills to benefit your garden. Grown in our purpose-built nursery, in the ideal climatic conditions of the fertile Vale of Evesham, we’re proud to supply only the happiest, healthiest and hardiest trees.
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