Western Mayhaw
Crataegus opaca
Varieties We Bring In
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.
About Western Mayhaw
Western Mayhaw (Crataegus opaca) is a small native hawthorn tree prized for its tart red or yellow berries, traditionally harvested for jellies and preserves. It bears white spring blossoms and typically grows in wet bottomlands and stream margins of the southeastern US. Starting at $19.95.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Spring
- Flower Color
- White
- Growth Rate
- Slow
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Soil
- Sandy, Loam, Acidic, Well-drained, Wet
Best planting months
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
Western mayhaw prefers full sun for best flowering and fruit production but tolerates part sun. Plant in an open location with good air circulation to reduce fire blight risk.
Native to wet bottomlands; requires consistently moist to wet soil in NE Florida. Irrigate regularly, especially during spring fruit development and summer dry spells; tolerates periodic flooding.
Thrives in moist, acidic, sandy to loamy soils typical of NE Florida floodplains. Apply a balanced fruit-tree fertilizer in late winter before bloom; avoid excess nitrogen which promotes fire blight susceptibility.
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Common questions
Is Western Mayhaw a good plant for St. Augustine?
Western Mayhaw is a tree for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, reaching 15-25 feet × 15-20 feet.
Care information verified from
Last reviewed February 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.