Downy Hawthorn, Red Haw
Crataegus mollis
Rosaceae
Downy hawthorn has almost as wide a distribution in Texas as cockspur hawthorn, and is adaptable to different soils. The large leaves are thick with hair on the upper surface and densely fuzzy-white underneath. White flowers appear in March to April; the bright scarlet to crimson fruit ripens from August to October.
Plant Habit or Use: small tree
Exposure: sun
partial sun
Flower Color: white
Blooming Period: spring
Fruit Characteristics: scarlet to crimson pome
Height: to 15 ft.
Width: to 15 ft.
Plant Character: deciduous
Heat Tolerance: medium
Water Requirements: medium
low
Soil Requirements: adaptable
USDA Hardiness Zone: 4
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