About
Crataegus x media 'Plena' is a deciduous tree with a rounded form that can grow up to 8 meters tall. Its oval leaves, which measure up to 5 centimeters in length, are shallowly lobed and display yellow to red hues in the fall. In late spring and early summer, this cultivar is notable for its abundant double white flowers, which are succeeded by red berries 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, West-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H7
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
- Cottage and informal garden
- 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
- Grows well in most soils in sun or partial shade
- Pruning
- Pruning group 1
- Propagation
- Propagate by grafting
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free but may be susceptible to a leaf spot, fireblight and honey fungus