Crataegus 'Rosea Flore Pleno'

If your garden is located in difficult conditions are you are struggling to get your dream landscape established, the Crataegus laevigata 'Rosea Flore Pleno' will come to the rescue. It can thrive in almost any condition including exposed, coastal, urban polluted or damp sites.

It offers a stunning display of masses of double pink flowers with creamy white centres in May that resemble tiny roses. The flowers are followed by small red or black fruits. The fruits will attract butterflies, birds and bees into your garden adding interest, movement and sound. The fruits are not suitable for culinary use.

The tree has shiny dark green foliage which contrasts with the blossoms, accentuating their glorious colour. In autumn the leaves turn to a stunning yellow and bronze before falling. The bare branches in winter show off the sharp thorns.

Midland Hawthorn Tree is ideal for smaller and limited space gardens, growing to a height of around 5m with a spread of 4m in 20 years. It has a rounded habit with a broad deep crown with slender branches.

This is a tough tree that will tolerate almost any soil type and can thrive in difficult conditions. It enjoys full sun or partial shade. The tree requires minimal maintenance. To keep it looking neat you can prune off any damaged, crossed or diseased branches in late autumn or winter. The Midland Hawthorn tree holds an RHS Award of Garden Merit.