Paul's Scarlet English Hawthorn will grow to be about 20 feet tall at maturity, with a spread of 20 feet. It has a low canopy with a typical clearance of 4 feet from the ground, and is suitable for planting under power lines. It grows at a medium rate, and under ideal conditions can be expected to live for 40 years or more.
This tree does best in full sun to partial shade. It is very adaptable to both dry and moist growing conditions, but will not tolerate any standing water. It is not particular as to soil type or pH. It is somewhat tolerant of urban pollution. This is a selected variety of a species not originally from North America.
Details
Botanical Name
Crataegus laevigata 'Paul's Scarlet'
Common Name
Paul's Scarlet English Hawthorn
Hardiness Zone
- 5
Appearance
Max Height
20 Feet
Max Spread
20 Feet
Plant Form
- Round
Foliage Colour
- Green
Fall Colour
Flower Colour
- Red
Edible
Edible Component
Edible Harvest Period
Edible Use
Fruit Colour
Growing
Flowering Period
In Mid Spring
Moisture
Dry To Moist
Sunlight
Full Sun To Partial Shade
Maintenance
Deer Resistance
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