Redhaw hawthorn (Crataegus sanguinea)
Care, watering, light and tips for Redhaw hawthorn on Floravia.
Quick facts
- Family: Rosaceae
- Difficulty: Easy to care for
- Watering: every 3 days
- Light: Full sun
- Temperature: 0–30 °C
- Toxicity: Toxic to pets
About Redhaw hawthorn
Crataegus sanguinea, commonly known as Siberian hawthorn or red hawthorn, is a deciduous shrub or small tree valued for its attractive white flowers in spring and bright red berries in autumn. Its dark green foliage and dense form make it ideal for hedges, privacy screens, or as an ornamental specimen in temperate gardens. It is a hardy plant that adds seasonal interest to the landscape.
Native range
Eastern Europe and Siberia
Care tips
It prefers full sun for best flowering and fruiting, though it tolerates some partial shade. It is adaptable to a wide range of soils, provided they are well-drained, but thrives in moderately fertile substrates. Watering should be regular during establishment; once mature, it is quite drought-tolerant. Avoid excessive drastic pruning, as it can affect the following year's flowering and berry production.
How to save a dying Redhaw hawthorn
- Warning signs
- Wilted, yellowed or spotted leaves, premature leaf drop, dry branches or cankers.
- First aid
- Check watering (neither too much nor too little), prune dead branches. Protect from pests and fungal diseases.
- What kills it
- Constant waterlogging, lack of drainage, excessive or poorly timed pruning.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes, if you act quickly and correct the cause. It's resilient, but not invincible.