Crataegus laevigata Pauls Scarlet

Pauls Scarlet Hawthorn

Crataegus laevigata ‘Paul’s Scarlet’ is a deciduous ornamental tree prized for its abundant double deep rose-red flowers in spring, dense rounded canopy, glossy dark green lobed foliage that turns yellow to bronze in fall, and sharp thorns along its branches.


Mature Size:
Width: 15–20 ft
Height: 15–20 ft

Form: Dense, rounded canopy

Blooms:
Showy double scarlet-red flowers in mid to late spring

Fruit:
Minimal to no fruit production

Fall/Winter Interest:
Strong branching structure

USDA Zones: 4a–7b
Light: Full sun
Soil: Well-drained; adaptable to various soils
Water: Moderate; drought tolerant once established


🌸 Landscape Uses
Specimen tree, flowering accent tree, small shade tree, residential landscapes


🌼 Attracts & Tolerances
Attracts: Pollinators
Tolerances: Urban conditions, moderate drought

Plant type

Flowering Ornamental Tree

Height

15-20'

Width

15-20'

Hardiness zones

4–7

Sunlight

Full Sun

Flower color

Red, Rose

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Green

Attracts

Butterflies

Soil

Clay, Sandy, Well Drained

Landscape use

Accent Plant, Specimen

Shape

Columnar, Rounded

Fragrant

Yes

Deer resistant

Yes

Drought tolerant

Yes