What is an English hawthorn?
English hawthorn is a type of small tree in the family of roses. English hawthorn, popular in North America, is originally from Europe. Although historically these trees were used for medicinal purposes, they are now used more often for landscaping. The scientific name of the English hawthorn is Crataegus lavigata .
leafy, English havits can reach heights of 15-20 feet (4.6-6.1 m), with almost the same width if it remains unruly. Their leaves are dark green and alternately on the stem. Rounded and lobed are usually between 1.5 and 2.5 inches (3.8 - 6.35 cm) long. They say they resemble small oak leaves. Branches of English hawthos have 1 inch (2.54 cm) long thorns protruding at intervals. Corymbs are clusters of flowers that seem flat on top. Each flower is small and has five rounded, slightly overlapping petals. In early autumn, small red fruit forms are formed. The berries are about 0.5 inches (1.27 cm) across and attract different birds. When used as a tree tree is JEdna plant usually placed in an open space and leaves natural growth with minimal or without pruning. The English hawthorn is used to the street, but must have their lower branches regularly cut.
They grow easily, English hawes prefer fertile soil, but in most soils, including clay, they will grow. They are tolerant drought and do best in full sunlight. Promotions can be achieved by driving, but in the wild birds distribute seeds after eating fruit. Since the plant is so easy to grow, in some areas, especially in the Pacific region of the United States, it is considered a type of pest.
English hawthorn is susceptible to a wide range of diseases and pests. Folic spots and leaf mold are the main diseases that affect these plants. The pests include tent caterpillars, spiders, pears and aphids. There are also problems of leaves and drills for these trees.
was developed nA number of cultivars and hybrids they have for disease resistant. Crimson cloud and Paul's Scarlet cultivars have been shown to have some resistance to leaf mold. They may also be desirable for their red or red and white flowers. Two hybrids, called Snowbird and Toba, are also considered resistant to disease, but there is less evidence to support this claim.