Description

A recently introduced hawthorn variety which is covered in a blanket of white in spring, followed by an abundance of red fruit in fall, very showy; thornless and adaptable with good form, making it ideal as an accent in the home landscape

Landscape Attributes

Ohio Pioneer Hawthorn is a deciduous tree with a more or less rounded form. Its average texture blends into the landscape, but can be balanced by one or two finer or coarser trees or shrubs for an effective composition.

Ohio Pioneer Hawthorn is recommended for the following landscape applications;

Planting & Growing

Ohio Pioneer Hawthorn will grow to be about 30 feet tall at maturity, with a spread of 30 feet. It has a low canopy with a typical clearance of 3 feet from the ground, and should not be planted underneath power lines. It grows at a slow rate, and under ideal conditions can be expected to live for 50 years or more.

This tree should only be grown in full sunlight. It is very adaptable to both dry and moist growing conditions, but will not tolerate any standing water. It is not particular as to soil type or pH. It is highly tolerant of urban pollution and will even thrive in inner city environments. This is a selection of a native North American species.