{"product_id":"giant-star-chinese-hawthorn-tree-crataegus-pinnatifida-bare-root-large-fruit-shan-zha-edible-medicinal-fruit-tree-cold-hardy-garden-tree","title":"Giant Star Chinese Hawthorn Tree – Crataegus pinnatifida Bare Root | Edible Large Fruit Shan Zha","description":"\u003cp\u003eGrow a unique and highly valued fruit tree with this Giant Star Chinese Hawthorn (Crataegus pinnatifida), known in China as Shan Zha (大五棱山楂 \/ 山査子). This bare root tree produces abundant clusters of white spring flowers followed by large, round fruits (about 1 inch in diameter) that ripen to a rich red in early fall.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe fruit is prized for its sweet-tart flavor and versatility—perfect for fresh eating, drying, teas, jams, or traditional hawthorn candy. Both ornamental and edible, this small tree adds seasonal beauty while providing a rewarding harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChinese Hawthorn is hardy, disease-resistant, and relatively easy to grow once established. A great addition to edible landscapes, backyard orchards, or specialty fruit collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou will receive a healthy bare root tree ready for planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 bare root Giant Star Chinese Hawthorn tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVariety: Large fruit Shan Zha\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHealthy, dormant starter tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEdible and ornamental fruit variety\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSecure packaging for safe delivery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommon Name: Chinese Hawthorn \/ Shan Zha\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBotanical Name: Crataegus pinnatifida\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant Type: Deciduous fruit tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowth Stage: Bare root \/ dormant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSun Requirements: Full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoil: Well-draining soil; adaptable to various types\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWatering: Moderate; regular watering when young (not drought tolerant early)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMature Height: Up to 15 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowth Rate: Moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSDA Zones: 5–9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContainer Friendly: Not ideal; best grown in ground\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water consistently during the first growing season to establish strong roots. Once mature, the tree becomes more resilient and low maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant Condition Disclosure\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLive plants may be shipped dormant, leafless, recently pruned, bare root, or partially defoliated depending on season, weather, and shipping requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNatural variation in size, branching, foliage density, color, root structure, and overall appearance should be expected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYou will receive a live starter plant (seedling\/young plant). Listing photos show the plant at a mature stage for reference only. The actual plant size, shape, and appearance may vary and will be significantly smaller than the images shown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCustomer Notice for Live Plants\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLive plants may experience normal shipping stress such as leaf loss, yellowing, wilting, or minor branch damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlease consider local weather before purchasing. Extreme heat, freezing temperatures, severe weather, shipping delays, or unattended packages may increase plant stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDue to the perishable nature of live plants, returns are generally not accepted. If there is an issue with your order, please contact us within \u003cstrong\u003e48 hours\u003c\/strong\u003e of delivery and provide the required photos for review.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhotos of the shipping box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhoto of the shipping label\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClear photos of the plant from multiple angles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScratch test photos if the plant appears dead or dormant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDormant, stressed, defoliated, wilted, or transit-shocked plants are not automatically considered dead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eClaims submitted without the required photos or more than 48 hours after delivery may not be eligible for review, replacement, or refund.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"SantiamNursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52504056594564,"sku":null,"price":489.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1014\/5254\/6180\/files\/ListingShopify_10_13f71a86-4cff-400a-8af7-cf1a7686deaa.jpg?v=1783761187","url":"https:\/\/nataliesbotanicalgarden.com\/products\/giant-star-chinese-hawthorn-tree-crataegus-pinnatifida-bare-root-large-fruit-shan-zha-edible-medicinal-fruit-tree-cold-hardy-garden-tree","provider":"Natalie's Botanical Garden","version":"1.0","type":"link"}