Hawthorn (Crataegus monogyna)

Family: Rosaceae | Edibility: Edible (3/5)

Crataegus monogyna is a deciduous Shrub growing to 6 m (19ft) by 6 m (19ft) at a medium rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 5 and is not frost tender. It is in flower from May to June, and the seeds ripen from September to November. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Midges. It is noted for attracting wildlife.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit, Berries, Leaves, Shoots, Flowers

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer, Spring, Winter

Flavor & Culinary Uses

pleasant nutty flavour, they are a good addition to the salad bowl. — Fruit - raw or cooked.; Not very appetizing raw, it is normally used for making jams and preserves.; The fruit can be dried, ground, mixed with flour and used for making bread etc.; The fruit is about 1cm in diameter.

Habitat & North American Range

Woods, hedges, thickets etc, on most soils except wet peat and poor acid sands. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)