Downy Hawthorn (Crataegus mollis) - Native Fruit Tree - 50+ Seeds

Hawthorns are in the rose family and related to apples and pears
Native to Canada and the US
The fruit is edible and can be used to make jams and jellies, the leaves and flowers have been used for tea

Downy is one of the largest trees in the genus
Originally called White Thorn in the 1600s
Broad hairy leaves, which is where it gets the name Downy from
Many flowers and large red fruit, thorns
20-40 ft (7-14m) tall
Mature bark is silvery and scaly
Tolerates dry soils
Great for wildlife

Hardiness Zone: 3
Stratification: 1-2 months warm + 3-4 months cold
Seed source: North Dakota