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Crataegus pinnatifida 'Big Ball'

Name: Crataegus pinnatifida 'Big Ball'
Brand: Ornamental Trees
SKU: CR2532.01
Price: 90.0 GBP
Availability: InStock

Thornless Chinese Hawthorn

Single stem tree, 150-175cm, 12L pot

£90

£90 ~~£90~~

Despatched within 2-4 weeks

Final size 4 x 4 metres in 20 years

Flowers Clusters of white flowers

Fruit Ornamental, large red berries in autumn

Soil Drought-tolerant

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Description

Crataegus pinnatifida 'Big Ball' is a Thornless Chinese Hawthorn with unusually large fruits in autumn. The berries resemble crab apples and can be used to make jams and jellies, as well as providing food for hungry birds. It also features pretty white flowers in spring, which are popular with pollinators and warm autumn colour.

'Big Ball' is a compact tree, growing to a maximum height and spread of 4x4m, making it an ideal choice for small gardens. Plant in a sunny to partially shaded position, in well draining soil.

Planting Steps

1Preparation

Pot-grown plants can be planted at any time of year, whereas bare roots need to be planted between November and March.
Clear weeds and grass within a metre of the planting hole.
Dig a hole as deep as the root mass and twice as wide.
To help your plant establish more effectively, sprinkle Rootgrow in the hole.

2Planting

Gently loosen the roots and place into the planting hole.
Ensure the top of the plant's compost is flush with the level of the surrounding soil and the graft union or collar of the tree is above ground level.
Mix 50% of the original soil with 50% compost.
Fill in the hole, firming the soil gently.

3Last Steps

Water generously around the base of the plant.
If you are planting either a single stem tree or mature standard tree, we recommend adding a staking kit and rabbit guard.

Aftercare Advice

Trees and shrubs require a good watering regime for a couple of years whilst they establish. Water well and regularly through spring and summer, increasing in hot or dry weather. If planting in autumn, you may only need to water a little. It is advisable to keep the area free of competing weeds and grass during this period.

For more detailed advice and video guides, please visit our Help & Advice section.

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