Hawthorn Seeds – English

Grow a classic, ornamental landscape tree with English Hawthorn Seeds (Crataegus laevigata), a hardy species known for its clusters of delicate spring blossoms and small, berry-like fruit later in the season. Also traditionally called Mayflower due to its abundant May blooming, this tree adds charm, structure, and year-round interest to home gardens, hedgerows, and naturalized areas.

English hawthorn thrives in a wide range of climates, tolerates various soil conditions, and forms a dense, attractive branching habit perfect for borders, wildlife gardens, and long-lasting landscape plantings.

Features

• Produces clusters of soft white or pink spring blossoms

• Forms small seasonal fruit on mature trees

• Hardy tree ideal for hedgerows, borders, and ornamental gardens

• Adaptable to many soil and climate conditions

• Long-lived and low-maintenance once established

Specifications

• Common Name: English Hawthorn

• Botanical Name: Crataegus laevigata

• Bloom Season: Late Spring (May–June)

• Fruit Season: Late Summer to Early Fall (August–September)

• Planting Season: Spring or Fall

  • Zones 3–4: Start indoors March–April; transplant May–June

  • Zones 5–6: Direct sow or transplant April–May or September

  • Zones 7–8: Direct sow March–April or October–November

  • Zones 9: Direct sow February–March or October

• Hardiness Zones: Zones 3–9

• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade

• Soil Requirement: Well-drained, average to moist soil

• Germination Time: 30–90 days (cold stratification recommended)

• Plant Height: 15–25 feet at maturity

• Growth Habit: Upright, branching perennial tree