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Hawthorn

Hawthorn (Crataegus monogyna)

Hawthorn is one of the most common species of tree found in hedgerows and woodland throughout Britain.

Plant a garden tree for the Jubilee - and be part of the Woodland Trust's Jubilee Woods Project to plant 6 million new trees to celebrate
Queen Elizabeth's Diamond Jubilee in 2012. 

Make sure your new tree is part of the official Record of Jubilee Trees - 
Record it at jubileewoods.org.uk

Latin name Crataegus monogyna
Family name Rose
Latin family nameRosaceae
What type of tree is it? Deciduous Broadleaf
Average height 12-15m
Preferred soil type or environmental conditions?Tolerates almost every kind of soil but flowers and fruits best in full sun. Abundantly found in hedges
Tree lore and folkloreHawthorn has more connections with ancient beliefs and traditions than almost any other tree. It was a powerful supernatural force for good or for evil. The appearance of the May blossom was the herald of the end of winter and the beginning of summer

You will receive a cell grown sapling, ranging from 20cm-40cm in height  

More information available at www.British-Trees.com

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