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Pringle's hawthorn

Crataegus pringleifam. Rosaceae
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Prezentare

Crataegus pringlei, cunoscută sub numele de pringlean hawthorn, este un arbust decidu sau o mică arbore originară din estul nordic și centru-nord al Statelor Unite și sud-estul Canadei. Înflorșează în primăvară cu flori albastre urmate de mere mici roșii în toamnă, iar fructele sale pot fi consumate direct sau păstrate. Această plantă are și utilizări medicinale documentate prin practicile tradiționale. Este distinsă prin rami spinosoase și flori albastre care se dezvoltă în primăvară, urmate de mere mici roșii în toamnă.

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What is Pringle's hawthorn?

Crataegus pringlei, cunoscută sub numele de pringlean hawthorn, este un arbust decidu sau o mică arbore originară din estul nordic și centru-nord al Statelor Unite și sud-estul Canadei.

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Cultivare

Crataegus pringlei se dezvolte bine în soarele plin sau în semisombră și preferă sucuri umede sau bogate, care pot fi ligele, medie sau grele (argila). Această plantă nativă crește până la 7 metri în înălțime și este durabilă în zonele temperate. Pentru propagarea acesteia, se pot utiliza semințe sau tulpini de fructe durere. Fructele pot fi colectate pentru utilizare consumabilă.
Light
Full sun, Partial sun/shade
Water
Moist, Wet
Soil
Light (sandy), Medium, Heavy (clay)
Mature size
7.0 m tall
For first-time growers

How to grow Pringle's hawthorn for the first time

8steps

Start with Pringle's hawthorn as a simple, low-maintenance addition to your garden.

  1. 1

    What you'll need

    Pringle's hawthorn saplings or seeds, gardening gloves, spade or trowel.

  2. 2

    Best time to plant

    Plant in spring after the last frost or fall before the first freeze.

  3. 3

    Soil and container prep

    Choose a location with light to partial sun. Ensure soil is moist, well-draining, and can be sandy, medium, or clay.

  4. 4

    Sowing or transplanting

    Transplant saplings directly into the ground or start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before planting outdoors.

  5. 5

    First two weeks

    Water regularly to keep soil moist. Monitor for pests and diseases, treating if necessary.

  6. 6

    Ongoing care

    Water deeply once a week during dry spells. Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain shape.

  7. 7

    Harvest or pruning

    Prune annually to encourage healthy growth and remove any dead or diseased branches.

  8. 8

    Common mistakes

    Overwatering, planting in full sun, neglecting regular pruning, using chemical pesticides, not providing enough space for growth.

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Edible & utility

Edible parts:Fruit
Edible uses: The fruit of Pringle's hawthorn can be eaten raw or used in various preparations. It is often picked when ripe and consumed fresh. The fruit can also be made into jams, jellies, and preserves, adding a tart flavor to these treats. Skip
Other uses:Fragrance
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Distribuție

17 native · 0 introduced
Distribution across0 continents· 17 native
Broader regions
native:Connecticut, Illinois, Indiana, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, New Hampshire, New York, Ohio, Ontario, Pennsylvania, Québec, Rhode I., Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin
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Specimen gallery

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Crataegus pringlei (Pringle's hawthorn) — botanical photograph
Pringle's hawthorn (Crataegus pringlei)
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