Hawthorn
Shrub
Britain's classic hedgerow shrub — a froth of white May blossom in spring, sharp protective thorns, and branches loaded with red 'haws' for the birds in autumn.
💡 Fun Facts
- Its froth of white May blossom is so famous it gave the tree its other name — the 'May tree'.
- In autumn it is loaded with little red berries called haws, a feast for blackbirds and winter thrushes.
- Its branches bristle with sharp thorns, which is why farmers have used it for living hedges for hundreds of years.
📅 Through the Year
- Flowering:May to June
- Fruiting:September to November