Britton, N.L., and A. Brown. 1913. Illustrated flora of the northern states and Canada. Vol. 2: 299. Courtesy of Kentucky Native Plant Society.
Sunset®: 1-12, 14-17
USDA: 4-9
Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial sun
Origin: Eastern USA (Virginia to Alabama)
Growth Habits: Small deciduous tree, 20 feet tall (6 m), 20 feet wide (6 m); alternate leaves, 3 to 5 lobes, about 2 inches long (5 cm)
Flowers: White flowers
Watering Needs: Prefers moist, well-drained soil
Propagation: Seeds and rooted cuttings
Propagation: Seed
- by seeds, in spring. Germinates at 70-85 degrees F. The seeds can be harvested in autumn. The seeds need stratify 40F 4-5mo.. The usual germination temperature is 70-85 degrees F.
Robert H. Mohlenbrock. USDA SCS. 1991. Southern wetland flora: Field office guide to plant species.
Crataegus populifolia, Britton, N.L., and A. Brown. 1913. Illustrated flora of the northern states and Canada. Vol. 2: 308.
Blooming Habits:
Blankets of malodorous white 2 inches wide inflorescences in June, for a couple of weeks.
Fruiting Habits:
Green turning turning progressively to bright orange when ripe in early autumn. The fruit can be used to make jellies.
Culture:
Least susceptible to fireblight
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