A popular thorny tree with mid-green, three- to five-lobed leaves and a profusion of double, dark pink flowers in late spring. It is an ideal plant for all conditions, as it is tough enough to stand exposed sites, city pollution and even costal gardens, while also have ornamental value in the garden.Position: full sun, partial shadeSoil: all soils except waterloggedRate of growth: averageFlowering period: March to MayHardiness: fully hardyPicture image courtesy of Frank P Matthews shows plant when in flowerSold in a 12 litre pot.