Prunus spinosa - Blackthorn
Blackthorn rarely forms a tree and is more common in a hawthorn hedge, native to Europe. It prefers any type of soil apart from wet, acidic soils.
The leaves are small, about 1-2 inches long, they are oval shaped and have very fine toothed edges.
Known for its dark thorny shoots.
Small irregular stump of a trunk.
The flowers burst into life during Spring, this year they are taking a little while longer to emerge.
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