Crataegus collina is a type of hawthorn that is closely related to C. punctata, the dotted hawthorn, and sometimes considered to be the same species. A sample of C. collina and C. punctata has suggested that C. collina is polyploid, and C. punctata is diploid, but a wider sample is needed to confirm that this is generally the case.
Dotted hawthorn is resistant to disease and, in general, is not susceptible to illnesses. As for care, the plant is fairly low-maintenance. When grown outdoors it needs only minimal watering, and larger plants typically do not require pruning. Smaller plants, however, should be pruned after they have finished blooming. Dotted hawthornt is suitable for anyone with an outdoor area, such as a garden or deck, and does not need extensive care experience.
How to keep Crataegus Collina.
Light
Dotted hawthorn is native to open habitats, such as sunlit meadows and forest edges, which receive abundant light. It thrives in Full Sun but can also tolerate Partial Sun, adapting well to a range of sunlight conditions.
Temperature
Dotted hawthorn shows strong adaptability to a variety of climates, whether facing blazing summers or freezing winters. Nevertheless, it has an optimal temperature range for growth. When temperatures become overly high, the plant is susceptible to heat and humidity stress, which can lead to its death. In areas where temperatures near the lower limit of its cold tolerance, it's necessary to provide insulation to protect the plant.
Fertilizer
Proper timing is important when fertilizing Dotted hawthorn. Apply fertilizer in early spring and continue monthly until early summer. Fertilizer promotes lovely blooms and supplies energy during both dormant and active growth phases.
Botanical profile.
- Plant Type
- Tree, Shrub
- Life Cycle
- Perennial
- Genus
- Crataegus
- Family
- Rosaceae
- Hardiness Zone
- 4-8
- Mature Height
- 10.97 m to 21.95 m
- Mature Spread
- 3.96 m to 6.1 m
- Leaf Color
- Dark Green, Olive Drab
- Leaf Type
- Deciduous
- Flower Color
- White, Pink
- Flower Size
- 1.52 cm to 2.03 cm
- Bloom Time
- Mid spring, Late spring
- Planting Time
- Spring, Summer, Autumn
- Harvest Time
- Late summer, Early fall, Mid fall
Other names.
