English Hawthorn – Crataegus laevigata 10 Seeds | Hardy Flowering Tree | Non-GMO Showy Spring Blooms | Edible Red Haws | Wildlife Friendly

Grow your own English Hawthorn (Crataegus laevigata), a charming small flowering tree prized for its profuse spring blossoms and bright red edible fruits. This hardy deciduous tree or large shrub typically reaches 15–20 feet tall with a rounded crown and attractive branching habit.

In mid to late spring, clusters of delicate white five-petaled flowers cover the tree, creating a beautiful ornamental display. By fall, small red fruits known as “haws” appear, providing vibrant color and valuable winter food for birds and wildlife.

English Hawthorn is highly adaptable and tolerant of cold, heat, drought, and urban conditions. Its thorny stems make it ideal for hedging, privacy screens, and natural boundary plantings. It can also be trained as a bonsai or pruned into a formal hedge.

The edible fruits are commonly used in jellies, jams, syrups, wines, and infused spirits. Young leaves and flower petals are also edible when harvested tender in spring.

You will receive seeds similar in quality to those shown in the listing photos.

You will receive:
✔️ 10 Crataegus laevigata seeds
✔️ Clearly labeled seed packet
✔️ Sowing instructions included
✔️ Non-GMO seeds
✔️ Secure packaging for safe delivery

🌼 Growing Information

Common Name: English Hawthorn
Botanical Name: Crataegus laevigata
Plant Type: Small deciduous tree or large shrub
Growth Stage: Seed
Sun Requirements: Full sun
Soil: Moist, well-drained soil
Watering: Medium
Mature Height: 15–20 feet
Spread: 15–20 feet
Growth Rate: Slow to moderate
USDA Zones: 4–8
Drought Tolerance: Moderate
Maintenance: Medium (prune for shape or hedge form)

💡 Care Tip: Soak seeds in water for 24 hours, then cold stratify for approximately 120 days at 40°F in a moist medium before sowing 1/2 inch deep. Patience is key, as hawthorn seeds require extended dormancy breaking.