Crataegus laev. 'Rubra Plena' - 200-250 CM FTH WHIP C5

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Crataegus media 'Rubra Plena'.

Bulletpoints
* tolerates pruning * wind-resistant, heat-loving

Bark
Exfoliating, scaly bark.

Growth habit
Midland hawthorn 'Rubra Plena' is irregular and branched in structure and has a less translucent crown.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Pruning
This plant is tolerant of pruning.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Flower
The carmine-red flowers are double and appear in panicles from May to June.

Use
Privacy screen, solitary, park, homeopathy

Shoots
The shoots of Crataegus laevigata 'Rubra Plena' are spiny.

Root
Crataegus laevigata 'Rubra Plena' is a deep-rooter and, depending on the soil, forms extensive branching roots.