| Common Name | Summer Hawthorn |
| Family | Rosaceae |
| Genus | Crataegus |
| Species | Aestivalis |
| Origin | North America |
| Blooming | Late spring to early summer, white flowers followed by red fruit |
| Leaf Color | Dark green turning yellow in autumn |
| Sunlight | Half-shade / Sun |
| Category | Outdoor plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Well-drained, acidic to neutral loamy soil. Tolerates clay and drought once established.
Water regularly during first year. Drought tolerant thereafter. Reduce watering in winter dormancy.
Prefers full sun but tolerates partial shade. Needs sunlight for fruit production.
Apply balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring before new growth begins.
Prune in late summer or winter to maintain shape and remove dead wood. Avoid pruning in spring when birds nest.
These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.
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