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Crataegus marshallii

Parsley Hawthorn

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Crataegus marshallii (Parsley Hawthorn)

Very ornamental with parsley-like foliage, though the leaves are larger than those of real parsley. White flowers in spring and beautiful small, oblong bright red berries lovwed by wildlife. The official Missouri state flower is the hawthorn.

Additional Information:


Height
20-30 Feet

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Spread
15-25 Feet

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Bloom/Seasonal Color
White


USDA Hardiness Zone 4-7

Home Owner Growing and Maintenance Tips:

Good Companions
River Birch (Betula nigra), Buttonbush (Cephalanthus occidentalis), Cardinal Flower (Lobelia cardinalis), Rose Turtlehead (Chelone obliqua)

Characteristics & Attributes

Hydrologic Designation

FACW

Season of Interest

Late (July-frost)
Mid (May-June)

Soil Moisture

High
Moderate

Special Features

Good Berries

Special Uses

Bog

Sun Exposure

Medium Sun/Average Shade

USFS MO Ecological Map

Wildlife Benefit

Food/Birds
Nesting
Cover
Food/Small Animals