Crataegus persimilis (= prunifolia)

Europe.

Upright, vigorous.

The shoots of Crataegus persimilis are spiny.

The deciduous leaves of the Broad-leaved cockspur thorns are dark green, ovate, alternate, serrated. They are about 5 - 8 cm in size. Broad-leaved cockspur thorn is bright orange-yellow to red in autumn.

Dark grey, smooth bark makes this plant an eye-catcher in any garden.

The white flowers of Broad-leaved cockspur thorn appear in umbrella clusters from May to June.

The scarlet-red, round fruits of Crataegus persimilis are particularly decorative. These appear from September.

Crataegus persimilis is a deep-rooting plant.

Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

The Broad-leaved cockspur thorn has good frost hardiness.

Normal soil.

Privacy screen, solitary, park, homeopathy, hedge (pruning), bird food plant

The plant has a medium water requirement.

A slow-release fertiliser can be used in spring. This releases the nutrients slowly and continuously so that the plant is evenly supplied over a longer period of time.

Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).