Black Hawthorn

Crataegus douglasii

Thicket-forming shrub or small tree. Clusters of small white flowers in spring. ¼ inch blackish purple fruit in fall.

Plant Details

Habitats
Habitat NotesShrub swamp; Bottomland Forest; Riparian Forest; Wet prairie
Arboretums
Mature Height10 – 30’
Shade Preference
Soil Tolerance Moist to well drained soils
Special Uses Attracts birds; Provides widllife forage, cover and food
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