{"product_id":"1-live-plant-downy-hawthorn-crataegus-mollis-starter-tree-20-inch-tall","title":"1 Live Plant Downy Hawthorn Crataegus mollis Starter Tree 20 Inch Tall","description":"\u003cp\u003eDowny Hawthorn is a North American native deciduous tree known for its ornamental value and ecological appeal. This starter tree, Crataegus mollis, arrives about 20 inches tall and 2 to 3 years old, ready to establish in a garden, hedgerow, or wildlife planting. It offers seasonal interest with spring blossoms, lobed green foliage, and colorful autumn fruit that persists into cooler months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGrown for its ornamental landscape use, the Downy Hawthorn serves well as a specimen tree, in mixed borders, or as part of a native planting where its dense branching provides structure. It adapts to a range of soils and tolerates varied moisture once established. The fruit is used in jams and preserves by some growers, and the tree is valued for its wildlife-friendly habit. Plant in full sun for best flowering and fruiting, and allow room for a naturally broad, rounded canopy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSpecies: Crataegus mollis\u003cbr\u003e\nType: Deciduous tree\u003cbr\u003e\nPlant_Habit: Upright, rounded canopy\u003cbr\u003e\nSun: Full sun to partial shade\u003cbr\u003e\nSoil: Well-draining, adaptable\u003cbr\u003e\nZones: 3 to 8\u003cbr\u003e\nHeight_at_delivery: Approximately 20 inches\u003cbr\u003e\nAge: 2 to 3 years\u003cbr\u003e\nGermination: Not applicable\u003cbr\u003e\nSowing: Not applicable\u003cbr\u003e\nSpacing: 15 to 20 feet apart\u003cbr\u003e\nNotes: Water regularly during establishment\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67663442477192,"sku":"MOT-099","price":123.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0717\/4648\/6408\/files\/download_0dbba844-d13f-4e76-9826-40e798ada59f.png?v=1791897153","url":"https:\/\/www.natesgardensupply.com\/products\/1-live-plant-downy-hawthorn-crataegus-mollis-starter-tree-20-inch-tall","provider":"Nate's Garden Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}