Crataegus ×mordenensis 'Toba' Crataegus ×mordenensis 'Toba'

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Crataegus ×mordenensis 'Toba' Crataegus ×mordenensis 'Toba'

Toba'is a small tree with a round, semi-open crown with a height of 4-6 m. The twigs are brown and the old bark is grey-brown and slightly flaky. The branches have thorns, but at about 1.5 cm long, these are distinctly shorter than in both cross ancestors. The mid-green leaves are inversely ovate, 5-7 cm long and with 2- to 4 lobes. In May, the corymbs open semi-double flowers. These are white when opening, but turn light pink during flowering. The fruits are round, about 1 cm in size and red.
'Toba' was created in 1935 from a cross between Crataegus ×media 'Paul's Scarlet' and C. succulenta. This happened at Canada's Morden Experiment Farm. The hybrid was subsequently named after the place Morden. Has few soil requirements. The tree prefers to grow on loamy and sandy soils and does not tolerate paving. Suitable as a tree for wide avenues and streets, parks, squares, gardens, amusement parks and cemeteries. Hardiness zone 5
Our trees can only be planted when they don't have any leaves. Due to the this we will start delivering again from November 2025.
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Height
4 - 6 m
Width
3-5m
Crown
round/spherical, half-open crown
Bark and branches
flaking, brown, grey
Leaf
green
Flowers
cream white, light pink, flowers in May
Fruits
red
Spines/thorns
Yes
Toxicity
usually not toxic to people, (large) pets and livestock
Soil type
loamy soil, sandy soil
Paving
tolerates no paving
Winter hardiness zone
5 (-28,8 to -23,4 °C)
Wind resistance
good
Other resistances
resistant to frost (WH 1 - 6), can withstand wind
Fauna tree
valuable for bees (honey plant)
Application
avenues and broad streets, narrow streets, small gardens, patio gardens
Shape
clearstem tree
Clear stem tree loamy soil sandy soil tolerates no paving resistant to frost (WH 1 - 6) suitable for shadow can withstand wind 3rd size, smaller than 6 metres half-open crown green pink white May average growing Conspicuous bloom all species valuable for bees (honey plant) non-toxic (usually) yes
Frequently asked questions
Crataegus ×mordenensis 'Toba'

Crataegus ×mordenensis 'Toba' can eventually reach a height of 4 - 6 m, depending on the site and climate conditions.

Crataegus ×mordenensis 'Toba' is average growing and can eventually reach a height of 4 - 6 m, depending on the site and climate conditions.

The right time to plant Crataegus ×mordenensis 'Toba' is during the dormancy period. In Western Europe, Crataegus ×mordenensis 'Toba' with root balls can generally be planted from mid-November to late April, although this depends strongly on the climatic conditions and the species of tree.

Crataegus ×mordenensis 'Toba' blooms in may.
General

Yes, we deliver to the UK. Delivery costs depend on the region and the total order value. Below, you’ll find all the details.

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  • Orders over £1,000: Receive a 50% discount on delivery costs.
  • Orders over £2,000: Delivery is completely free.

Yes, for trees with a size of 50-60 cm girth or larger, additional delivery charges apply due to the need for specialised transport. These costs will be calculated separately and shared with you after your order is placed. We will contact you to discuss the transport options and costs.

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