Washington Hawthorn
NameWashington Hawthorn
Species NameCrataegus phaenopyrum
Common NameWashington Hawthorn
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)25
Container Typeceramic pot
Geographic Originnorth-america
Cultivation Difficultyintermediate
Trunk Featuresrough bark, thorns
Foliage Typedeciduous
Height (cm)45
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualitygood
Is Fruitingtrue
Notable FeaturesAbundant clusters of small, bright red berries and distinctive lobed leaves.
Description
This specimen displays the characteristic lobed leaves and clusters of bright red berries of a Washington Hawthorn. While the image focuses on a fruiting branch, the species is highly valued for bonsai due to its attractive foliage, seasonal flowers, and persistent fruit.
