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We received some Parsley Hawthorn on Mar 9, 2026.
We bring this in seasonally, so what is on the lot changes week to week. A received date shows when it last came in, not that it is here today.
Call (904) 471-0440 to confirm this plant and size before you make the trip.
Last received Mar 9, 2026.
We bring this in seasonally, so what is on the lot changes week to week. A received date shows when it last came in, not that it is here today.
Call (904) 471-0440 to confirm this plant and size before you make the trip.
Pet toxicity: not on file, check before planting where pets chew
Pet safety guideAbout Parsley Hawthorn
Parsley Hawthorn (Crataegus marshallii) is a Florida-native deciduous small tree named for its deeply lobed, parsley-like leaves. Spring clusters of white flowers are followed by persistent bright red berries that attract birds through winter. Its fine-textured foliage, thorny branches, and wildlife value make it an excellent native specimen for moist or naturalized NE Florida landscapes.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Spring
- Flower Color
- White
- Growth Rate
- Slow
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Soil
- Sandy, Loam, Clay, Acidic, Well-drained, Wet
Best planting months
Recommended months: January, February, March, October, November, December.
Seasonal care
Bloom season. New foliage emerges. Good planting window.
Active growing season.
Foliage may begin to change or drop. Ideal planting window.
Dormant — drops foliage. Can be planted in mild winter periods.
Care essentials
Parsley Hawthorn thrives in full sun to part shade. In NE Florida it is most vigorous in open, sunny spots but tolerates dappled light under a woodland canopy — mimicking its natural floodplain edge habitat.
This native small tree naturally grows along stream banks and moist floodplain edges and prefers consistently moist soil. Supplement irrigation during dry spells; it tolerates periodic wet conditions but should not be planted in standing water.
Adaptable to sandy, loamy, or clay soils with a preference for moist, slightly acidic conditions. Established plants are largely self-sufficient; fertilizer is rarely necessary for this low-maintenance native. Mulch the root zone to conserve moisture.
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Common questions
Is Parsley Hawthorn a good plant for St. Augustine?
Parsley Hawthorn is a tree. Mature size: 10-20 feet × 15-20 feet. Light: Full Sun, Part Sun. Water needs: Moderate to High. Parsley Hawthorn is Florida-Friendly. Recorded hardiness zone: 9a.
Care information verified from
Last reviewed June 2026. Our care guidance comes from trusted horticulture sources and decades of helping St. Augustine gardeners. Conditions here can vary dramatically from one area to the next, so come ask us and we'll tailor it to your yard.