Crataegus tanacetifolia
Syrian haw
An upright, rounded, usually thornless tree with downy, grey-green deeply lobed leaves. Rounded sprays of fragrant white flowers in mid-summer are followed by aromatic, orange-yellow fruit up to 2.5cm across
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Size
Ultimate height
4–8 metresTime to ultimate height
20–50 yearsUltimate spread
4–8 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drained, Well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Green Grey Silver | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | White | Green Grey Silver | ||
| Autumn | Green Grey Silver | Orange Yellow | ||
| Winter |
Position
- Full sun
- Partial shade
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing or North–facing or East–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered Hardiness
H6Botanical details
- Family
- Rosaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Bushy
- Potentially harmful
- 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
- Genus
Crataegus are deciduous trees and shrubs, usually with spiny branches, lobed or toothed leaves, and clusters of creamy-white flowers followed by red or black fruits. Some have fine autumn colour
- Name status
Correct
- Plant range
- SW Asia
How to grow
Cultivation
Will grow in most soils and situations. Makes a good specimen tree
Propagation
Propagate by seed
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Wildlife gardens
- Cottage and informal garden
- Low Maintenance
Pruning
Pests
May be susceptible to caterpillars, gall mites and aphids
Diseases
Generally disease-free but may be susceptible to a leaf spot, fireblight, powdery mildews and honey fungus
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