Crataegus monogyna
Hawthorn
Common names: White Hawthorn, Hagedorn, Mehlbeerbaum
Photo: Didier Descouens · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Source
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Description
The hawthorn (Crataegus monogyna) is a classic hedge shrub that in May is covered with white, slightly bitter‑smelling flower spikes and in autumn bears bright red apple‑like fruits. The powdery fruits can be processed into jelly or fruit purée. Leaves, flowers and fruits are a well‑studied medicinal component of herbal medicine and are listed in pharmacopoeias.
Care instructions
Plant the hawthorn in autumn (October, week 42) in a sunny to partially shaded spot – it is tolerant and city‑climate‑resistant. As a dense, thorny hedge it provides excellent bird protection. Shape it in late winter (February, week 8); it tolerates even heavy pruning without complaint and readily regrows.
Pruning
Diseases & pests
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Erwinia amylovora
Erwinia amylovora
Operophtera brumata
Operophtera brumata
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