Crataegus × media 'Punicea Flore Pleno'
double pink hawthorn (syn. Crataegus laevigata Rosea Flore Pleno')
A small thorny, deciduous tree with shallow, three-to-five-lobed, mid-green leaves. In spring, double pink flowers are produced often followed by bright red fruit which is harmful if eaten.
A good small tree for all gardens, Crataegus × media 'Punicea Flore Pleno' is well-suited to exposed sites, tolerates city pollution and even coastal conditions, while also having ornamental value too.
A good small tree for all gardens, Crataegus × media 'Punicea Flore Pleno' is well-suited to exposed sites, tolerates city pollution and even coastal conditions, while also having ornamental value too.
How to care for Crataegus × media Punicea Flore Pleno:
When planting, add some soil conditioner (well-rotted compost) to the planting hole and some mycorrhizal fungi to aid root establishment.
Ensure the top of the plant's compost is flush with the level of the surrounding soil and the collar of the tree is above ground level.
Support taller specimens either with a bamboo cane and or stake during establishment. Water generously around the base of the plant.
Ensure the top of the plant's compost is flush with the level of the surrounding soil and the collar of the tree is above ground level.
Support taller specimens either with a bamboo cane and or stake during establishment. Water generously around the base of the plant.
Flowering period:
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Eventual height:
8m
Eventual spread:
8m
Position:
Full sun / light shade
Rate of growth:
Average
Soil:
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness:
Fully hardy
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This tree is deciduous so it will lose all its leaves in autumn, then fresh new foliage appears again each spring.
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Humans/Pets: Fruit are ornamental - not to be eaten
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