About
Crataegus x durobrivensis is a sizable shrub or a modestly proportioned tree, reaching heights of approximately 7 meters. It features smooth, lobed foliage and possesses thorns that can extend to 5 centimeters in length. In spring, this plant produces small clusters of white blossoms, which are succeeded by glossy, sizable red fruits that persist on the branches for an extended period.
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
- East-facing, North-facing, South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
- Plant type
- Shrubs, Trees
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Height
- 4-8 metres
- Spread
- 2.5-4 metres
- Time to full height
- 10-20 years
- Suggested uses
- Architectural, Coastal, Cottage and informal garden, Wildflower meadow
- 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