Hawthorn
| Hawthorn (Crataegus spp.) grows up to 40 ft, prefers well-drained soil, full sun, low moisture, and is both edible and medicinal. |
Habit
Tree
Height
10-30 ft
Growth
Moderate
Soil
Well-drained, loam
Shade
Full Sun
Moisture
Low
Edible
Yes
Medicinal
Yes
Origin
Europe
Climatic Condition
Temperate
Temperature (°)
5-25°C
Humidity (%)
50-80
Potting media
Loam, compost
Fertilizers
Organic
Watering
Moderate
Plant Weight
5-10 kg
Flowering Time
Spring
Soil Ph level
6.0-7.5
Water Ph level
6.0-7.5
Soil EC
1.0-1.3
Yield Per Plant
50-100 kg/tree
NPK ratio
10:10:10
life Span
100+ years
Health Benefits
Heart health, medicinal uses
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
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Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
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Common Diseases and Remedies
Leaf Spot, Powdery Mildew, Rust, Aphid Infestation, Root Rot
Brown or black lesions on leaves, White powdery growth on leaves, Reddish or orange pustules on leaves, Distorted leaves and sticky residue, Wilting and stunted growth
Neem oil, Compost tea, improve air circulation, sulfur spray, Neem oil, insecticidal soap, Improve soil drainage.
Copper-based fungicides, Sulfur-based fungicides, Fungicides with propiconazole, Chemical insecticides, Soil-applied fungicides
HEALTH BENEFITS
· Well known for its heart health benefits, including lowering blood pressure and improving circulation.
· Contains flavonoids that act as antioxidants and support cardiovascular function.