About
Crataegus schraderiana is a compact, deciduous tree characterized by its rounded crown and grey-green, lobed foliage. In late spring, it produces clusters of creamy-white blossoms, which give way to dark purple-red fruit as autumn approaches.
About the genus
Crataegus comprises deciduous trees and shrubs characterized by spiny branches and leaves that may be lobed or serrated. These plants produce clusters of creamy-white blossoms, which give way to red or black fruits. Certain species display notable color changes in autumn.
Growing conditions
- 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
- South-facing, North-facing, East-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
- Plant type
- Trees
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Height
- 4-8 metres
- Spread
- 4-8 metres
- Time to full height
- 20-50 years
- Suggested uses
- City and courtyard gardens, Coastal, Cottage and informal garden
- Native to
- Greece Crimea
- Toxicity
- Seeds contain toxins so these should be removed if you are considering eating the fruit, usually grown as an ornamental shrub Pets: Fruit are ornamental - not to be eaten - see the HTA guide to potentially harmful plants for further information and useful contact numbers
Care notes
- Cultivation
- Tolerates most soils, unless waterlogged, and grows in sun or semi-shade. Useful specimen trees for town, coastal or exposed gardens.
- Pruning
- Pruning group 1
- Propagation
- Propagate by seed
- Pest resistance
- May be susceptible to caterpillars, gall mites and aphids
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free but may be susceptible to a leaf spot, fireblight and honey fungus