About
Crataegus x dippeliana is a small tree that typically reaches a height of around 8 meters. It features a compact crown formed by its gnarled, thorny branches adorned with shallowly lobed, dark green leaves that can grow up to 7.5 centimeters in length and lighten in color as they mature. In early summer, the tree produces abundant clusters of white flowers, each measuring up to 2.5 centimeters in diameter. These blossoms are succeeded by light orange-red fruits that appear in early autumn.
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, East-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
- Plant type
- Trees
- Habit
- Spreading branched, Bushy
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Height
- 4-8 metres
- Spread
- 4-8 metres
- Time to full height
- 10-20 years
- Suggested uses
- Architectural, Coastal, Cottage and informal garden, Wildlife gardens
- 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
- Thrives in most soils and situations, except waterlogged ground or deep shade
- Pruning
- Pruning group 1
- Propagation
- Propagate by seed. In autumn, remove flesh as soon as ripe and sow in a seedbed or in containers in a cold frame. In spring, stratify and sow in a seed bed. Make take 18 months to germinate
- Pest resistance
- May be susceptible to caterpillars, gall mites and aphids
- Disease resistance
- May be susceptible to fireblight, a leaf spot, powdery mildews and honey fungus