Overview
Crataegus crus-galli is a plant with a bushy, spreading branched habit in the genus Crataegus, part of the Rosaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Crataegus crus-galli grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include hedging and screens, coastal, cottage and informal garden, wildlife gardens and edible fruit.
About
Crataegus crus-galli is a species of hawthorn known by the common names cockspur hawthorn, cockspur thorn, Newcastle hawthorne, Newcastle thorn, hog apple. It is native to North America and is widely used in horticulture.
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About the genus
Crataegus, commonly called hawthorn, quickthorn, thornapple, May-tree, whitethorn, Mayflower or hawberry, is a genus of several hundred species of shrubs and trees in the family Rosaceae, native to temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere in Europe, Asia, North Africa and North America. The name "hawthorn" was originally applied to the species native to northern Europe, especially the common hawthorn C. monogyna, and the unmodified name is often so used in Britain and Ireland.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Crataegus
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained, Well-drained
- Aspect
- North-facing, East-facing, South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Crataegus crus-galli size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Bushy, Spreading branched
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Hedging and screens, Coastal, Cottage and informal garden, Wildlife gardens, Edible fruit
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Crataegus crus-galli
- Propagation
- Seed, Grafting
- Pest resistance
- Aphids, Caterpillars, Gall mites
- Disease resistance
- Fireblight, Honey fungus, Leaf spots, Powdery mildews
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Crataegus crus-galli?
Crataegus crus-galli prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Crataegus crus-galli need?
Crataegus crus-galli is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained to well-drained.
Is Crataegus crus-galli hardy in the UK?
Crataegus crus-galli has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.
How do I propagate Crataegus crus-galli?
Seed, Grafting.