Whitethorn, Hawthorne, Mayflower, Quickthorn, Hawthorn, Thorn, some of the many names this native plant has. Leaves are green in Summer with beautiful white flowers in spring which turn to red haws in late summer providing the birds with lots of food over the winter. The hedge can be trimmed into any shape or size and will tolerate most conditions including shade and exposed areas. The plants have been grown in the nursery for 2-3 year and will have an excellent root system ready for planting. The leaves will start to appear autumnal and slightly shabby from mid-July onwards. This is not a disease but is mainly due to this year’s contrasting weather conditions and will not affect the performance of the tree.