White spring flowers, glossy red fruit, and exfoliating bark. Thorny but beautiful native with winter interest.
Quick Reference
- Bloom Season
- May to May
- USDA Zones
- 4-7
- Sun
- Full Sun
- Water
- Moderate - regular watering
- Mature Height
- 10-25'
- Bloom Colors
- White
♣ Native Species✿ Pollinator Friendly
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About This Name
Crataegus viridis 'Winter King' is the scientific name used by botanists, nurseries, and seed catalogs to identify Hawthorn unambiguously. The genus Crataegus places it within a specific plant family, and using the botanical name avoids the confusion that comes with regional common names. If you're shopping for Hawthorn, looking up plant care details, or comparing varieties, searching by Crataegus viridis 'Winter King' will give you the most precise results.