Dwarf hawthorn (Crataegus uniflora)

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

Crataegus uniflora is a deciduous Shrub growing to 3 m (9ft 10in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 5 and is not frost tender. It is in flower in May, and the seeds ripen in October. 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.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit, Berries

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Fruit - raw or cooked. The fruit is about 10mm in diameter and is borne in small clusters. The fruit is usually borne singly, or in groups of up to 3 fruits. It can be up to 16mm in diameter and has a firm flesh. — Fruit - raw or cooked.; The fruit is about 10mm in diameter and is borne in small clusters.; The fruit is usually borne singly, or in groups of up to 3 fruits.; It can be up to 16mm in diameter and has a firm flesh.

Habitat & North American Range

Sandy or rocky banks or woods. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)