About
Crataegus tanacetifolia is a tall, rounded tree that typically lacks thorns. Its leaves are grey-green, deeply lobed, and have a soft texture. In mid-summer, the tree produces clusters of fragrant white flowers, which give way to aromatic orange-yellow berries that can reach up to 2.5 cm in diameter.
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, West-facing, North-facing, East-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
- Wildlife gardens, Cottage and informal garden
- Native to
- Turkey
- Fragrance
- Flower, Fruit
- 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
- Will grow in most soils and situations. Makes a good specimen tree
- 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, powdery mildews and honey fungus