Crataegus ellwangeriana — an easy houseplant, prefers full sun light
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Crataegus ellwangeriana

Crataegus Ellwangeriana

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Crataegus ellwangeriana is a named hawthorn species that has been poorly understood and often misidentified. It is now considered to be a synonym of C. coccinea var. coccinea. A study concluded, that C. pennsylvanica of series Molles has frequently been misidentified as C. ellwangeriana.

A note from PlantMom

Pear-fruited cockspurthorn is disease-resistant and generally not prone to illness. When it comes to care, this plant is fairly low-maintenance. Planted outdoors, it needs only minimal watering, and larger plants typically do not require pruning. Smaller plants, however, should be trimmed after they finish blooming. Pear-fruited cockspurthorn is suitable for anyone with an outdoor area, such as a garden or a deck, and does not demand a lot of care experience.

— PlantMom
CARE GUIDE

How to keep Crataegus Ellwangeriana.

Light

Pear-fruited cockspurthorn has its roots in brightly lit environments like sunlit meadows and the borders of forests, where there is an abundance of light. It flourishes in full sunshine, but it also does fine in partial sunshine, demonstrating its ability to adapt to diverse light situations.

Temperature

The pear-fruited cockspurthorn showcases a remarkable capability to adapt to different weather conditions, including extreme summers and cold winters. Nonetheless, it possesses an ideal temperature boundary for its development. The plant is susceptible to stress from heat and humidity when temperatures climb excessively high, which could cause it to perish. In areas where temperatures near the plant's lower threshold for cold endurance, it is crucial to apply insulation techniques to safeguard the plant.

Fertilizer

The schedule for fertilizing Pear-fruited cockspurthorn is vital. Administer fertilizer at the onset of spring, and maintain a monthly schedule until the beginning of summer. The use of fertilizer aids in the production of beautiful flowers and supplies energy during stages of dormancy and active growth.

CHARACTERISTICS

Botanical profile.

Plant Type
Tree, Shrub
Life Cycle
Perennial
Genus
Crataegus
Family
Rosaceae
Hardiness Zone
5-8
Mature Height
4.88 m to 7.92 m
Mature Spread
3.96 m to 6.1 m
Leaf Color
Green, Dark Green
Leaf Type
Deciduous
Flower Color
White
Flower Size
1.52 cm to 2.03 cm
Bloom Time
Mid spring, Late spring
Planting Time
Spring, Summer
Harvest Time
Late summer, Early fall, Mid fall
Native Area
Canada
ALSO KNOWN AS

Other names.

en Scarlet hawthorn
PLATES
Crataegus ellwangeriana leaf
PLATE 01 · leaf
Crataegus ellwangeriana habit
PLATE 02 · habit
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