Blue Hawthorn 'Winter King'

Crataegus viridis 'Winter King'

The Blue Hawthorn 'Winter King' (Crataegus viridis 'Winter King') is a deciduous shrub boasting beautiful silvery-gray bark and red berries in winter. The following describes the growth characteristics, propagation methods, cultivation techniques, garden uses, and important pests and diseases, as well as control methods for this variety.

Growth Characteristics
- Size: It reaches a height and width of approximately 4.5 to 7.5 meters when mature.
- Leaves: The leaves are light green and turn deep orange and red in autumn.
- Flowers: White flowers bloom in spring and are fragrant.
- Fruit: Red berries develop in autumn and winter, providing food for birds and wildlife.

Propagation Methods
- Seed propagation: It is propagated by seeds. Seeds are collected from mature berries.
- Cuttings: In spring, cuttings can be taken using prepared branches. Cultivation Methods
- Soil: Prefers well-drained, medium to slightly acidic soil.
- Sunlight: Tolerates both full sun and partial shade.
- Watering: Consistent watering is required during the initial establishment phase, but it tolerates moderately dry conditions thereafter.

Garden Uses
- Decorative Element: Provides a beautiful landscape even in winter due to its red berries and silvery-gray bark.
- Ecosystem Support: Contributes to increased biodiversity by providing food for birds and attracting various insects.

Major Pests and Control Methods
- Diseases: While resistant to diseases under suitable conditions, diseases such as apple scale insects may occur under unfavorable conditions.
- Pests: Pests include aphids and moth larvae.
- Control Methods: Pests can be removed using soapy water or vegetable oil sprays. For diseases, remove affected parts and apply an appropriate fungicide. If you follow these characteristics and care methods, the blue hawthorn 'Winter King' will be an excellent plant to serve as a landscape element in gardens or parks.

Plant Family	Rosaceae
Height	7.5~10.5m
Spread	7.5~10.5m
Colors	white
Bloom Period	May to August
Water Needs	commonly
Exposure	Sunny
Freezing Resistance	-30°C

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