Native trees / Small trees / 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 name | Rosaceae |
| 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 folklore | Hawthorn 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
