Waxy-fruited hawthorn is a native large shrub or small tree in the rose family found over much of the eastern United States and Canada. Grows in woodland margins, rocky hillsides, stream banks, and roadsides. 2.5 inch long, straight thorns, white spring flowers, and fruit that matures to red with a waxy white coating. The tree branches irregularly and widely and reaches a height of 20 feet. Easy to grow in full or partial sun in well-drained but moist or wet soil conditions in loam or clay-loam soil with some rocky materials. Siting the plant in full sun will encourage fruit quantity. Trees take from 5 to 8 years before bearing fruit. Tolerates strong winds and drought. Difficult to find in nurseries.