Red Haw (Crataegus lobulata)

Family: Rosaceae | Edibility: Edible (2/5)

Crataegus lobulata is a TREE growing to 9 m (29ft 6in). It is not frost tender. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Midges. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and can grow in heavy clay soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit, Berries

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

rich in vitamin C as rosehips. — Fruit - raw or cooked.; About the size of a damson, the fruit is said to be as rich in vitamin C as rosehips.; The fruit is about 20mm in diameter and has a thick, sweet, juicy flesh.; It can be used in making pies, preserves, etc, and can also be dried for later use.

Habitat & North American Range

Thickets, pastures and streambanks. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)