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The cockspur thorn, Crataegus crus-galli, is an unusual, deciduous hawthorn native to Canada and North America. It bears masses of creamy-white flowers in early summer, followed by large clusters of deep-red fruit in autumn. The leaves are rounded and dark, glossy green in spring and summer before developing red-orange autumnal tints before falling.
Grow Crataegus crus-galli in moist but well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. It makes a good screen and is suitable for growing in small gardens.
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Crataegus and wildlife
Crataegus has no particular known value to wildlife in the UK.
