Giant Star Chinese Hawthorn Tree – Crataegus pinnatifida Live Bare Root Tree | Large Sweet Fruit Variety | 大五棱山楂 山査子 | Hardy Edible Hawthorn Tree

Grow unique and flavorful fruit with this live Giant Star Chinese Hawthorn tree, shipped bare root and ready for planting. Known in China as Shan Zha (大五棱山楂) and in Japan as 山査子（サンザシ）, this attractive small tree produces abundant clusters of white spring flowers followed by large round red fruits approximately 1 inch in diameter. The sweet flavorful fruit can be enjoyed fresh, dried, stewed, or made into traditional candies and preserves. Hardy, disease resistant, and easy to grow once established, Giant Star Chinese Hawthorn is an excellent addition to backyard orchards, edible landscapes, and ornamental gardens. Its beautiful flowers, colorful fruit, and manageable size make it both decorative and productive. You will receive a healthy live bare root tree similar in size and condition to the one shown in the listing photos.

You will receive:
✔️ 1 live Giant Star Chinese Hawthorn tree
✔️ Shipped bare root
✔️ Healthy, dormant fruit tree
✔️ Large-fruited edible hawthorn variety
✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival

🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Giant Star Chinese Hawthorn, Shan Zha
Botanical Name: Crataegus pinnatifida
Plant Type: Deciduous fruit tree
Growth Stage: Young tree
Sun Requirements: Full sun preferred (6–8 hours daily)
Soil: Well-draining fertile soil
Watering: Moderate; keep evenly moist while establishing
Mature Height: Approximately 15 feet
Growth Rate: Moderate
USDA Zones: 5–9
Bloom Time: Spring
Harvest Season: September
Pollination: Self-fertile
Container Friendly: Yes, with pruning and proper care

💡 Care Tip: Young trees should be watered regularly during establishment, as they are less drought tolerant when young. Full sun encourages the best flowering and fruit production.