Hawthorn* (Crataegus spp.)
| Form: | Broad rounded with low branches that are wide spreading. |
| Mature Height: | 20′ to 30′ |
| Mature Spread: | 20′ to 35′ |
| Use: | Effective single specimen or in groupings at Borough gateways. Not for use as a street tree. |
| Notable Characteristics: | Slow to medium grower, white flower, lustrous green leaves, bronze-red fall foliage, red fruit. |
| Limitations: | Thornless varieties including Thornless Cockspur and Crimson Cloud Hawthorns should be used. |
| Where can I find this tree in Glen Ridge? | Hillside Avenue & Washington Avenue Hillside Avenue & Clark Avenue Highland Avenue & Mead Terrace |
* Gateway Tree – refer to the Glen Ridge Community Forest Master Plan for more information.