Water
Water regularly, especially during the first year and dry spells. Ensure the soil is consistently moist but not waterlogged. Reduce watering in winter.
Allow the top few centimeters of soil to dry out between waterings for established plants.
Crataegus scabrida, the Rough Hawthorn, is a thorny deciduous shrub or small tree known for its white flowers and red fruits. It's a hardy native plant offering wildlife
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, tolerates some shade.
Moderate
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy. Reduce in winter.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Cold Tolerant
25% intensity
Hardy in USDA zones 3-7, tolerates cold winters.
Low
25% intensity
Fertilize in spring only if needed; avoid over-fertilizing.
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 and dry spells. Ensure the soil is consistently moist but not waterlogged. Reduce watering in winter.
Allow the top few centimeters of soil to dry out between waterings for established plants.
Prune in late winter or early spring while dormant. Remove dead, diseased, or crossing branches. Thin out the canopy to improve air circulation and light penetration.
Haws can be pruned lightly after flowering if desired.
Propagate from seed, which requires a cold stratification period of several months. Alternatively, cuttings can be taken from semi-hardwood in mid-summer or hardwood in late autumn.
Grafting is also a common method for cultivars.
Repot young plants every 2-3 years in spring as needed. Mature trees rarely require repotting and are best left in their established location. Use a well-draining potting mix when repotting.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Rough Hawthorn (Crataegus scabrida)
Where Rough Hawthorn (Crataegus scabrida) 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 scabrida |
Similar in genus Crataegus
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