Crataegus Monogyna (Common hawthorn)

Rounded, deciduous tree with numerous thorns and glossy green leaves, white flowers appear in late spring, followed by red fruits. Eventual unclipped height 10 metres

Uses in the garden

Can be grown as a small tree but its best use is for rural hedging

Growth rate

On average hawthorn will grow 1ft-18” a year in ideal soil conditions

Best to plant...

Grow in any (except waterlogged) soil, in full sun or partial shade

Looking after your Hawthorn plants

Trim hawthorn after flowering or in the autumn

Helpful hints

Make sure all soil is well prepared before planting takes place. This will include...
Clearing the area of all perennial weeds (i.e. Nettle, docks, thistles, couch grass) this can be done easily by applying a residual herbicide (Glyphosate) to the area 2-3 weeks prior to planting.
Prepare the soil area well by digging over to a minimum spades depth (12-16”) and width. Incorporate organic matter into the soil (i.e. compost, well rotted manure, well rotted garden waste) this will aid plant establishment and retain moisture in drier soils.
Only plant up to the soil mark on the stem of the plant, this is easily spotted, look just above where the roots of the plant start and you will see the mark. Water plants thoroughly once planted and then on a regular basis until the plants are well established. Bear in mind weather conditions and water more in hot, dry spells and less in prolonged heavy rain spells.

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