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Crataegus pinnatifida 'Big Golden Star' - autumn fruit

Crataegus pinnatifida 'Big Golden Star'

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(Chinese Hawthorn) A nearly thornless small tree native to China, this has dark green leaves which turn a fantastic, crimson red in a good crisp autumn.

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A nearly thornless native to China, this has dark green leaves which turn a fantastic, crimson red in a good crisp autumn. Despite the variety name, Crataegus pinnatifida var. major 'Big Golden Star' has clusters of white flowers in late spring which are followed by ornamental, edible, red fruit (despite the confusing plant name - they not gold!) which are nearly as large as crab apples.

Crataegus pinnatifida var. major 'Big Golden Star' is a superb fruiting hawthorn once established!

Position: Full sun or light, dappled shade.
Soil: Well drained, fertile soil.
Hardiness: Hardy.
Flowering Period: May.
Flower Colour: White
Rate of Growth: Moderate.
Habit: Crataegus pinnatifida var. major 'Big Golden Star' grows to be a small branching, rounded tree.
- Height: up to 6 m (20 ft).
- Spread: 6 m (20 ft).

How Much Sun: Full Sun, Light Shade
Eventual Size: Tree - Small (4m - 8m)
Growing Conditions: Soil: Acid, Soil: Not Fussy, Soil: Alkaline, Soil: Damp/Wet, Soil: Dry/Sandy, Site: Coastal Areas, Site: Windy
Special Features: Fruit - Ornamental, Wildlife Friendly - Birds, Rare and Unusual

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