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Crataegus mollis

Small native tree with a rounded form. Showy white 1″ flowers in clusters in late April-early May. These, as well as other native hawthorn flowers represent the Missouri state flower. Showy, round, red (1/2 -1″) fruits form in late Aug.-Sept. When present, the thorns are 2″ long and slender. Leaves are medium green, downy above and especially below, along the margins. Fall color is yellow to burgundy.

Native Environment

Savanna and Woodland

Culture

Full sun to part shade, dry to moderate soil moisture. Susceptible to leaf spot and rust some years.

Use

A great small tree with early,mid and late season interest!

Native Environment

Savanna / Woodland

Height

20 to 30 feet

Spread

20 to 30 feet

Plant Type

Trees

Color

White

Sun Exposure

Full Sun

Medium Sun/Average Shade

Season of Interest

Mid (May - June)

Late (July - frost)

Winter (Nov - Mar)

Soil Moisture

Dry

Moderate

Wildlife Benefit

Cover

Nesting

Food/Birds

Food/Small Animals

Animal Resistance

Deer Resistant

Nature Attracting

Songbird

Pollinators/Beneficial Insects

Special Features

Interesting Bark

Ornamental Fruits/Pods/Seed Heads