| Common Name | Winter King Hawthorn |
| Family | Rosaceae |
| Genus | Crataegus |
| Species | Viridis |
| Variety | Winter King |
| Origin | North America |
| Blooming | Spring, produces white flowers followed by red berries |
| Leaf Color | Emerald green turning bronze/red in autumn |
| Sunlight | Half-shade / Sun |
| Category | Outdoor plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Well-drained loamy soil, tolerates clay and sandy soils, pH 6.0-7.5
Water regularly during establishment; drought tolerant once mature; reduce significantly in winter dormancy
Full sun preferred for maximum flowering and berry production; tolerates partial shade
Apply balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring before bud break
Prune after flowering to maintain shape; remove dead or damaged wood in late winter
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