Canadian Hawthorn (Crataegus canadensis) is a small to medium-sized deciduous tree or shrub native to eastern North America, prized for its white flowers and red fruit.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun to Partial Shade
75% intensity
Prefers full sun for best flowering and fruiting, but tolerates partial shade. Avoid deep shade.
Moderate
50% intensity
Water deeply when the top 2-3 cm of soil is dry. Reduce frequency once established, but water during prolonged dry spells.
Well-drained loam, clay loam, sandy loam
50% intensity
Cold Hardy
25% intensity
Thrives in temperate climates and is very cold-hardy, tolerating significant frost and snow.
Low
25% intensity
Generally requires no fertilizer. If needed, use a balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly, especially during the first year after planting, to establish a strong root system. Once established, Canadian Hawthorn is relatively drought-tolerant.
Water deeply when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry, ensuring good drainage to prevent waterlogging.
Prune to shape the tree and remove dead, damaged, or crossing branches. The best time for major pruning is late winter or early spring before new growth begins.
Light pruning can be done after flowering to maintain shape. Remove suckers from the base promptly.
Canadian Hawthorn can be propagated by seeds, which require a period of stratification to germinate. Alternatively, semi-hardwood cuttings can be taken in summer and rooted under humid conditions.
Grafting onto hawthorn rootstock is also a common method for cultivars.
Repotting is typically not necessary for established trees planted in the ground. For container-grown specimens, repot every 2-3 years in early spring before new growth emerges.
Use a well-draining potting mix and a slightly larger container.
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Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
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Where Canadian Hawthorn (Crataegus canadensis) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Rosales |
| Family | Rosaceae |
| Genus | Crataegus |
| Species | Crataegus canadensis |
Similar in genus Crataegus
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