1/10

Midland Hawthorn

About Midland Hawthorn

Midland Hawthorn is a relatively rare houseplant 🌿 that is isn’t challenging to grow and needs regular watering to thrive. They do best in long-lasting, direct light ☀️ and should be less than 1 foot from a window.

Midland Hawthorn likes soil that is well draining. Your plant shouldn't need added fertilizers if you repot each time it doubles in size.

Midland Hawthorn belongs to the Crataegus genus, and is native to Europe.

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Crataegus laevigata

Genus

Crataegus

Family

Rosaceae

Order

Rosales

Also known as

English hawthorn, Woodland hawthorn and Mayflower

How to care for Midland Hawthorn

💦 Water

How often to water your Midland Hawthorn

Midland Hawthorn needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
9

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

No Yes

Select the pot size

☀️ Light

Finding light for Midland Hawthorn in your home

Midland Hawthorn love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Midland Hawthorn does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Midland Hawthorn in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Midland Hawthorn

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Midland Hawthorn: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Midland Hawthorn after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

💡 FAQs

⭐ Difficulty Level

Midland Hawthorn is generally easy to care for, though some plant parents report facing challenges with growing it. Check out the reviews down below to read more about their experiences!

How to Grow Midland Hawthorn →

Benefits of Growing Midland Hawthorn →

Common Midland Hawthorn Problems →

Outdoor Care Guide for Midland Hawthorn →

💦 Water Needs

Midland Hawthorn prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Midland Hawthorn Water Frequency →

Midland Hawthorn Root Rot →

☀️ Sunlight Needs

Midland Hawthorn requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Midland Hawthorn Light Requirements →

Midland Hawthorn Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Midland Hawthorn is not known to cause harm to humans or pets. Regardless, if you, a family member, a cat, or dog has ingested any plant material, please consult a doctor or a veterinarian.

🪴 Soil

Midland Hawthorn does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

Best Soil Mix for Midland Hawthorn →

Best Pots for Midland Hawthorn →

When and How to Successfully Repot Midland Hawthorn →

What Are Healthy Midland Hawthorn Roots →

💩 Fertilizer

Midland Hawthorn grows very slowly and doesn’t require added fertilizer. Replacing your plant’s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

How Much and When to Fertilize Midland Hawthorn →

⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Midland Hawthorn will branch off as it grows. To encourage branching, pinch off the newest growth at the tip and the stem will branch off into two.

Midland Hawthorn Lifecycle →

Midland Hawthorn Size Guide →

How and When to Prune Midland Hawthorn →

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Midland Hawthorn can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 4a-8b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Midland Hawthorn Temperature Tolerance →

Midland Hawthorn Hardiness Zones →

Landscaping Ideas with Midland Hawthorn →

When to Plant Midland Hawthorn →

How to Plant Midland Hawthorn →

Where to Plant Midland Hawthorn →

Winter Care for Midland Hawthorn →

Best Companion Plants for Midland Hawthorn →

Is Midland Hawthorn a Weed? →

🍂 Yellow Leaves

Yellow leaves aren’t always a reason to panic, and can be a normal part of a plant’s life cycle. Unless brand new leaves are turning yellow or all the leaves change color at once, it’s likely just your plant shedding old leaves.

Overwatering and root rot are the most likely cause of problems in Midland Hawthorn, since they are sensitive to wet soil. The leaves may also appear to be curling or drooping. Less often, yellow leaves are caused by underwatering, nutrient deficiencies, or pests.

Replace soggy soil with fresh, dry soil and download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!

🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.