Crataegus fluviatilis is a species of hawthorn similar to C. flabellata and to C. macrosperma. The name C. apiomorpha has been applied to a form of the species that is most similar to C. macrosperma.
Big-fruit hawthorn is resistant to disease and is generally not prone to illnesses. In terms of care, this plant is fairly low-maintenance. When grown outdoors it needs little watering, and larger plants typically do not require pruning. However, smaller plants should be pruned after they have bloomed. Big-fruit hawthorn is suitable for anyone with an outdoor area, such as a garden or deck, and does not demand much care experience.
How to keep Crataegus Fluviatilis.
Light
Big-fruit hawthorn is native to settings like forest understories or rocky sites, where it grows in natural shade. It prefers partial sun but can adapt to full sun or full shade, showing its adaptable, hardy nature.
Temperature
Big-fruit hawthorn is highly adaptable to different climate conditions, from blistering summers to frosty winters. It nevertheless has a preferred temperature range for healthy growth. If temperatures get too high, the plant becomes vulnerable to heat and humidity stress, which can cause it to die. In areas where temperatures approach the lower limit of its cold tolerance, providing insulation is important to protect the plant.
Fertilizer
The Big-fruit hawthorn plant needs adequate nutrients to achieve optimal fruit production. Fertilize in early spring to promote new growth and flower development. Regular feeding keeps the plant healthy, produces more delicious fruit, and prevents nutrient deficiency problems like yellow leaves and poor fruit production.
Botanical profile.
- Plant Type
- Tree, Shrub
- Life Cycle
- Perennial
- Genus
- Crataegus
- Family
- Rosaceae
- Hardiness Zone
- 3-7
- Mature Height
- 3.66 m to 21.95 m
- Mature Spread
- 3.05 m to 6.1 m
- Leaf Color
- 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, Autumn
- Harvest Time
- Late summer, Early fall, Mid fall
Other names.
