Mayhaw is a tree, a long-term addition to the landscape. Its late winter flowers are a moderate draw for honeybees and native bees, even though the fruit is the prize.
Zones
Data not available
pH Range
4.5-8
Sun
Full Sun
Days to Maturity
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What Mayhaw is
Mayhaw grows as a perennial and reaches around 25 feet at maturity. It blooms white in late winter.
How to grow Mayhaw
Mayhaw does best in full sun — at least 6 hours of direct sun a day — and soil from pH 4.5 to 8, on well-drained ground.
USDA Zones
Data not available
USDA PHZM 2023
Soil pH
4.5 - 8
USDA PLANTS Database
Sun
Full Sun
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Drainage
well (dry spells)
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Mature Height
25 ft
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Frost-Free Days
0+
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Plant it right
Set mayhaw in full sun with well-drained soil. Many fruit trees need a second variety nearby to pollinate — check before you plant just one.
Match the soil
Mayhaw prefers pH 4.5 to 8 (USDA PLANTS Database). A quick soil test from your local Extension lab tells you whether to add lime or sulfur to land in band.
Water steadily
Keep the root zone evenly moist through establishment. A 2–3 inch mulch layer holds moisture without waterlogging.
Be patient, then harvest
Prune annually while the tree establishes; fruit trees reward patience with years of harvest. Local Extension guides publish per-cultivar bearing-age tables.
Good to know
Good news for pet owners — mayhaw isn't known to be toxic to dogs or cats. (Source: ASPCA.)
Mayhaw offers moderate value to bees and other pollinators. (Source: Xerces Society, Pollinator Partnership.)
Where Mayhaw thrives
Whether mayhaw thrives on a given site comes down to its soil pH, drainage, sun, and frost dates — the conditions that vary parcel to parcel.
See if Mayhaw will thrive on your land
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I grow Mayhaw in my zone?
Zone data for mayhaw is being finalized. A Growable Ground report checks your parcel's full suitability against federal soil, climate, and zone data.
When should you plant Mayhaw?
Set mayhaw out in early spring or fall while it's dormant, so the roots establish before the heat of summer. Your local last-frost date — which a Growable Ground report pulls for your exact address — sets the precise window.
How much sun does Mayhaw need?
Mayhaw needs full sun — a spot that catches at least 6 hours of direct summer sun a day. In more shade it still grows, but usually gives a smaller, later crop. The catch is that a yard rarely gets even light everywhere — a fence, the house, or one tall tree can quietly take those hours. A Growable Ground report reads the real sun-hours across your land, canopy and buildings included, so you can pick the brightest bed before you plant.
What soil does Mayhaw need?
Mayhaw prefers soil pH 4.5 to 8, on well-drained ground (USDA PLANTS Database). Your report scores your parcel's actual soil against that using USDA SSURGO data.
Does Mayhaw attract pollinators?
Yes — mayhaw's flowers are a solid nectar source for honeybees and native bees (Xerces Society, Pollinator Partnership).
Is Mayhaw safe for pets?
Mayhaw is not known to be toxic to dogs or cats based on available data (ASPCA). Always supervise pets around new plantings.