Thornless Cockspur Hawthorn

(Crataegus crus-galli 'Inermis')        Treat yourself and neighborhood birds with white flowers in the late spring and persistent red berries emerging in the fall. This thornless tree has excellent disease resistance, interesting horizontal branching and is drought tolerant.                                   Height and width at maturity: 25’ x 25’ Sun or shade: full sun  Soil conditions: wide range Moisture tolerance: adaptable Fall color: yellow Climate resilience (ability to withstand changing temperatures and precipitation patterns associated with climate change): moderate Wildlife value: Thornless cockspur hawthorn provide nesting sites and habitat for wildlife; attracts many pollinators; fruit serves as a food source to many animals Ash replacement? No, smaller tree For more information, visit Bachman's Plant Database.     Photo credits: Morton Arboretum, Conservation Garden Park