A charming, old-fashioned ornamental tree with clusters of double rosy-red blossoms that bring spring gardens to life.
FEATURES:
- Double deep pink to scarlet-red blooms in late spring
- Compact, rounded canopy ideal for smaller gardens
- Glossy green foliage turns golden in fall
- Tolerant of heat, drought, and urban conditions
- Provides nectar and fruit for pollinators and birds
- Long-lived and low-maintenance once established
- Ships on our trucks because of the size of the tree; does not fit in a box
Bower & Branch Landscape Design Tip:
Plant Paul’s Scarlet Hawthorn where its spring blooms will be visible from windows or outdoor seating areas. The vivid red flowers stand out beautifully against evergreen backdrops or near light-colored walls. Pair it with other spring bloomers such as dogwoods, lilacs, or flowering crabapples to create layers of color and fragrance.
Growth Facts
- Hardiness Zone: 4-8
- Mature Height: 15-20' tall
- Mature Width: 15-20' wide
- Exposure: Full Sun
- Spacing: 15-20' apart
Paul's Scarlet Hawthorn
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Crataegus laevigata 'Paul’s Scarlet'
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A charming, old-fashioned ornamental tree with clusters of double rosy-red blossoms that bring spring gardens to life.
FEATURES:
- Double deep pink to scarlet-red blooms in late spring
- Compact, rounded canopy ideal for smaller gardens
- Glossy green foliage turns golden in fall
- Tolerant of heat, drought, and urban conditions
- Provides nectar and fruit for pollinators and birds
- Long-lived and low-maintenance once established
- Ships on our trucks because of the size of the tree; does not fit in a box
Bower & Branch Landscape Design Tip:
Plant Paul’s Scarlet Hawthorn where its spring blooms will be visible from windows or outdoor seating areas. The vivid red flowers stand out beautifully against evergreen backdrops or near light-colored walls. Pair it with other spring bloomers such as dogwoods, lilacs, or flowering crabapples to create layers of color and fragrance.
Growth Facts
- Hardiness Zone: 4-8
- Mature Height: 15-20' tall
- Mature Width: 15-20' wide
- Exposure: Full Sun
- Spacing: 15-20' apart
Why plant Paul's Scarlet Hawthorn?
How to use Paul's Scarlet Hawthorn in the landscape?
Frequently Asked Questions
It blooms in late spring, usually in May, producing clusters of double rosy-red flowers that last for several weeks and attract pollinators.
Like most hawthorns, it may develop small thorns, though they are typically less prominent than those on native varieties such as Cockspur Hawthorn.
No. While it produces small fruits after flowering, they are minimal and rarely create litter. It is considered a tidy ornamental tree for urban or residential landscapes.
