{"product_id":"aubepine-ergot-de-coq","title":"Cockspur Hawthorn","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCockspur Hawthorn (\u003ci\u003eCrataegus crus-galli\u003c\/i\u003e) \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTough Defensive Ornamental Tree for Ontario and Eastern Canada (Zones 2–7)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Expert Summary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Cockspur Hawthorn (\u003ci\u003eCrataegus crus-galli\u003c\/i\u003e) is a slow-growing, extremely cold-hardy tree ideal for Ontario and Eastern Canada (Zones 2–7). It typically grows 6–12 inches per year (15–30 cm) and reaches 23-36 ft (7-11 m) at maturity. Best for defensive hedges, ornamental planting, and wildlife support, it offers showy white spring flowers, persistent red fruit, and exceptional adaptability to urban conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose Cockspur Hawthorn for Ontario and Eastern Canada?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA rugged, native-friendly tree combining strong structure, wildlife value, and extreme cold tolerance for Canadian landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Zone 2 (Ideal for Ontario and Eastern Canada Zones 2–7)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ornament, privacy, defensive hedging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Feature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fruit (persistent red berries)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNative \/ Non-native:\u003c\/strong\u003e Native to Eastern North America\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIt adapts well to:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeep soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAverage moisture soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClay, loam, sandy, or humus-rich soils across a wide pH range\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUrban and rural conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCold climates, wind, and moderate drought\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTree Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left; border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left; border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e23-36 ft (7-11 m)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Spread\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e~20 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e0.5–1 ft per year\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e2 (Ideal for Ontario and Eastern Canada Zones 2–7)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSun Exposure\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eFull sun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Preference\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eAdaptable, deep soils\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Needs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrought Tolerance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLifespan\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e50+ years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIs Cockspur Hawthorn Right for Your Yard?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChoose Cockspur Hawthorn if:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want a hardy ornamental tree for long-term structure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou have a medium yard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou live in Zones 2–7\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want fall colour + winter fruit interest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need a tree for defensive hedging or wildlife habitat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot ideal if:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour yard is very small\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want a thornless tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou are planting near walkways or high-traffic areas (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Thorns,_spines,_and_prickles\" title=\"Thorns,spines, and prickles\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esharp thorns\u003c\/a\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBest Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDefensive hedges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrnamental landscape tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWildlife habitat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNaturalized plantings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWind protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy it works:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dense branching, strong structure, \u003cstrong\u003elong thorns\u003c\/strong\u003e, and persistent fruit create both physical protection and ecological value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Makes Cockspur Hawthorn Special?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA highly resilient small tree offering year-round interest and natural protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Abundant white flower clusters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSummer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dense, glossy green foliage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFall:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright red fruit and vibrant foliage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Persistent berries and strong branching silhouette\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWinter Survival in Ontario and Eastern Canada\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, Cockspur Hawthorn is hardy in Ontario and Eastern Canada Zones 2–7 and tolerates harsh winters, snow load, and freezing temperatures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFirst-year tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd 2–3 inches of mulch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater deeply before the first hard frost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtect from extreme wind exposure if newly planted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlanting Guide for Ontario and Eastern Canada\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest planting time:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpring (April–June)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEarly fall (September–October)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10–15 ft from foundations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10–15 ft between trees\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering (first year):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater deeply once per week during the first growing season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjust based on rainfall and soil drainage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Answers (FAQ)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow fast does Cockspur Hawthorn grow in Ontario?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTypically 0.5–1 ft per year in good conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it cold hardy in Ontario?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. It is hardy to Zone 2 and performs well in Zones 2–7.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it need another tree for pollination?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo—flowers are self-fertile for fruit production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre the roots invasive?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo, roots are generally non-invasive when planted at proper distance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it messy?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eModerate—fruit may drop in late fall and winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompare With Similar Trees\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left; border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eTree\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left; border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eGrowth\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left; border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eKey Feature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left; border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eBest For\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/arbresenligne.com\/en\/products\/cockspur-hawthorn\" title=\"Cockspur Hawthorn (Crataegus crus-galli)\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/products\/cockspur-hawthorn\" title=\"Cockspur Hawthorn (Crataegus crus-galli)\"\u003eCockspur Hawthorn\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eSlow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eThorns + fruit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eDefensive hedges\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/arbresenligne.com\/en\/products\/american-cranberry\" title=\"American Cranberry (Viburnum trilobum)\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/products\/american-cranberry\" title=\"American Cranberry (Viburnum trilobum)\"\u003eAmerican Cranberry\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBright red edible berries, strong fall colours\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWildlife + edible\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/arbresenligne.com\/en\/products\/canada-serviceberry\" title=\"Canada Serviceberry (Amelanchier canadensis)\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/products\/downy-serviceberry\" title=\"Downy Serviceberry (Amelanchier arborea)\"\u003eDowny Serviceberry\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEarly flowers + \u003c\/span\u003eEdible fruit\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eOrnamental + edible\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eShipping Across Quebec, Ontario and Atlantic Provinces\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNursery-grown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarefully packaged\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShipped to your door in Quebec, Ontario and Atlantic Provinces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHealthy root system guarantee\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eExplore Related Collections\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/collections\/deciduous-trees-of-eastern-canada\" title=\"Collection: Deciduous Trees of Eastern Canada\"\u003eDeciduous Trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/collections\/zone-2-plants-eastern-canada\" title=\"Collection: Hardiness Zone 2 Plants\"\u003eHardiness Zone 2 Trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated articles:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/blogs\/news\/rare-native-trees-quebec\" title=\"Nursery Blog: Why Plant Rare Native Trees in Quebec?\"\u003eWhy Plant Rare Native Trees in Quebec?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Arbresenligne.com","offers":[{"title":"Small (100 ml)","offer_id":47321898418495,"sku":null,"price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Large (310 ml)","offer_id":47321898451263,"sku":null,"price":6.75,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0834\/8241\/1327\/files\/aubepine-ergot-de-coq-crataegus-crusgallii-illustration.jpg?v=1700573186","url":"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/products\/cockspur-hawthorn","provider":"Arbresenligne","version":"1.0","type":"link"}