HAWTHORNE, Common

Crataegus monogyna - PERENNIAL.

Shrub in the rosaceae family which can grow to 15-40’. Dark green obovate deeply-lobed leaves that bloom with small pinkish white flowers in May. Small sweet, but mealy red berry-like fruits called haws, rich in anti-oxidants, are collected in winter and can be used for jams, jellies, wine or tea. The leaf, flower and haw are used medicinally as a heart tonic in extract or tea.

Can take up to a year to germinate so please be patient!

Minimally thorny. SSF.

Packet (12 seeds)