{"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 | Cold Hardy","description":"\u003ch2\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDiscover the Giant Star Chinese Hawthorn (Crataegus pinnatifida), a bare root fruit tree known as Shan Zha in China. This deciduous tree produces clusters of white flowers in spring, followed by large, round red fruits about 1 inch in diameter that ripen in early fall. Valued for both its ornamental appeal and edible fruit, it is a unique addition to any garden or orchard.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBare root, healthy dormant starter tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduces large, sweet-tart red fruits ideal for fresh eating, drying, teas, jams, and traditional candy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrnamental white spring flowers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCold hardy and disease resistant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModerate growth rate, reaching up to 15 feet tall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSecure packaging ensures safe delivery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant Type: Deciduous fruit tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSun Requirements: Full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoil: Well-draining and adaptable to various soil types\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWatering: Moderate; requires regular watering when young to establish roots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSDA Zones: 5–9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowth Stage: Bare root, dormant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBest grown in ground; not ideal for containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor best results, water consistently during the first growing season to develop a strong root system. Once established, the tree is resilient and low maintenance, making it a practical choice for edible landscapes and specialty fruit collections.\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":46929982456007,"sku":null,"price":489.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0792\/2185\/0311\/files\/ListingShopify_10_13f71a86-4cff-400a-8af7-cf1a7686deaa.jpg?v=1785519172","url":"https:\/\/prosperitynursery.com\/products\/giant-star-chinese-hawthorn-tree-crataegus-pinnatifida-bare-root-large-fruit-shan-zha-edible-medicinal-fruit-tree-cold-hardy-garden-tree","provider":"Prosperity Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}