Hawthorn Tree 'Paul's Scarlet'

crataegus laevigata

A beautifully ornamental hawthorn with double light-red spring blossom, glossy summer foliage and bright autumn berries. ‘Paul’s Scarlet’ is wildlife-friendly, hardy and reliable, perfect as a specimen tree or boundary feature.

1 x Bare Root Tree

11501177

In stock

£29.99

1 x 10L Tree

11504027

Currently Out of Stock

£69.99

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Key Features

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Pollinator Friendly

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RHS AGM

Product Information

Eventual Height:

8m/26ft

Position:

Full Sun, Part Shade

Suitable for:

Small Gardens, Wildlife Garden, Cottage Garden, Borders

Plant Type:

Perennial

Soil Type:

Adaptable but prefers well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral soil. Loam, sandy loam, chalky soil.

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Flowering

Flowering
  • Spectacular double light-red blossom in early spring
  • Thorny, rounded tree with summer foliage and bright autumn berries
  • Hardy, wildlife-friendly and ideal for hedging or specimen planting
  • RHS Award of Garden Merit

'Crataegus laevigata Paul’s Scarlet' is one of the most ornamental hawthorns you can grow, renowned for its masses of double, light-red flowers that open slightly earlier than most other varieties. A sport of 'Rosea Flore Pleno', it has rightly earned the RHS Award of Garden Merit for its reliability, beauty and all-round garden performance.

 

Through summer, the tree carries deeply lobed green leaves on strong, thorny branches, before producing clusters of bright red berries in autumn which attract birds and pollinators. Tough, hardy and tolerant of urban, coastal and exposed conditions, it makes an elegant specimen or a characterful addition to a mixed boundary hedge.

 

Rootstock: Crataegus monogyna

Height at maturity: 8m (26ft)

Age at despatch: 2 years

Supplied as a bare-root specimen. Trees may be lightly pruned before despatch to encourage strong branching.

How To Grow

  • Plant in full sun for best flowering and fruiting.
  • Thrives in well-drained soil but adaptable to different types.
  • Water young trees regularly until established.
  • Prune in winter to shape and remove dead wood.
  • Hawthorn trees thrive in full sun and are very adaptable to various soil types, making them easy to grow in most garden conditions. Water young trees regularly, especially in dry periods, to help establish strong roots. Prune in winter to shape and remove any dead or crossing branches. Known for their spring flowers and autumn berries, Hawthorn trees attract wildlife, adding seasonal beauty and biodiversity to the garden. With minimal maintenance, they’re a hardy and rewarding choice for various landscapes.

    Guide To Plant Sizes

    Our ornamental trees arrive either as potted plants or bare-root trees, carefully selected for your garden. Here’s what to expect:

    Potted Trees: Your tree will arrive potted, ready for planting. If you can't plant immediately, place the pot outdoors in a sheltered spot and water regularly to keep the soil moist.

    Bare-Root Trees: Delivered during autumn or winter when ready for planting. If planting is delayed, keep the roots moist by covering them in soil in a cool location. Aim to plant within seven days of delivery.

    Planting Tips:

    • In-Ground: Dig a hole slightly larger than the rootball. Place the tree at the same level it was in the pot or with the graft union just above the soil for bare roots. Backfill, add soil improver, firm in, and water well.
    • In Containers: Use a pot with drainage holes, layering stones at the bottom. Fill with quality compost, plant, and water well.

    Seasonal Care: Plant hardy trees throughout the year, avoiding extremes. During winter, plants may arrive dormant or bare-root with no leaves. This is normal and encourages strong spring growth.

    Water regularly during the first year, especially in dry periods. For bare-root trees, soak roots before planting. Add mulch in spring to retain moisture and nourish roots.

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