Quickthorn (Hawthorn) (Crataegus monogyna) is a hedging plant commonly used as stock proof hedging or in mixed native hedgerows because of its dense thorny nature. White flowers in spring are followed by bright red berries which are sometimes used in jam and jelly making.

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Supplied in ONE METRE LENGTHS for easy planting with free delivery!

Use for... native hedgrows and stockproof hedging.

Growth rate... average to fast 30-60cm per year.

Ideal hedge height... Quickthorn (Hawthorn) (Crataegus monogyna) is suitable for hedges from 90cm upwards.

Situation & soil... Quickthorn (Hawthorn) (Crataegus monogynawill grow in any reasonable soil. We recommend Rootgrow and Bonemeal when planting to get your new hedge off to a great start.

Plant description... these are 80-100cm high one year old plants grown and supplied in troughs. A typical trough can be seen in the photo above.

Planting distance... for an Instant Quickthorn (Hawthorn) (Crataegus monogyna) hedge 1 trough per metre is required in a single row or 2 troughs per metre side by side for a more dense effect.

Planting season... these are trough grown plants which are supplied as stocks allow for planting at any time of the year.

Trim in... late summer.

Delivery information...larger plants are delivered on pallets free of charge on all orders over £250 (our minimum order requirement). This is normally a two to three day service and the pallet can be left on a driveway without a signature. Pallets are booked in giving the added advantage of knowing the delivery date in advance. Complete delivery information can be found on our delivery page.

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