Toba Hawthorn

General 
Scientific Name: Crataegus x mordenensis ‘Toba’ 
Family: Rosaceae (Rose) 
Hardiness: Zone 3 
Leaves: Deciduous 
Plant Type: Tree 

Growth 
Rate: Medium 
Mature Height: <25’ 
Longevity: Short 
Power Line: Yes 

Ornamental 
Flowers: White to pink 
Fruit: Red 
Fall Color: Yellow

A small tree with showy white flowers that turn to pink. Bright, glossy foliage turns yellow in the fall. The twisted trunk adds visual interest in the landscape. This short-lived tree was selected at the Morden Research Station in Morden, Manitoba. Some authorities list hardiness to Zone 4, others to Zone 3. Parent of 'Snowbird' hawthorn. Somewhat susceptible to hawthorn-cedar rust.

Light: Full sun to part shade. 
Water: Low to high. 
Soil: Adapted to a variety, but will not tolerate standing water.

An excellent small, vase shaped tree. Somewhat tolerant of urban pollution.