Spectacular (G-2) mayhaw
Yes, Spectacular (G-2) mayhaw grows in the Gulf South: LSU AgCenter recommends it for both north and south Louisiana home orchards (The Louisiana Home Orchard, Pub. 1884). LSU: all mayhaws susceptible to fire blight and quince rust.
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- Chill hours
- Not rated
- USDA zones
- 7-9 (general guide for mayhaw)
- Pollination
- Plant two for best set
- LSU AgCenter recommends for
- North & south Louisiana
- Notes
- LSU: all mayhaws susceptible to fire blight and quince rust
- Sources
- lsuagcenter.com
- Data status
- Recommended in source (no chill number given)
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Where to buy
We check nurseries every morning, and none of the ones we track list this variety right now. Check back in bare-root season.
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Other mayhaw varieties
| Variety | Chill hours | Zones | LSU recommends for | Data |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Red Majesty | Not rated | 7-9 | North & south Louisiana | listed |
| Royalty | Not rated | 7-9 | North & south Louisiana | listed |
| Texas Star (G-1) | Not rated | 7-9 | North & south Louisiana | listed |
| Royal Star (G-5) | Not rated | 7-9 | North & south Louisiana | listed |
| Texas Super Berry | Not rated | 7-9 | South Louisiana | listed |
Quick answers
Does Spectacular (G-2) mayhaw grow in Louisiana?
Yes. LSU AgCenter's Louisiana Home Orchard (Pub. 1884) recommends it for both north and south Louisiana.
How many chill hours does Spectacular (G-2) mayhaw need?
LSU: all mayhaws susceptible to fire blight and quince rust. LSU AgCenter doesn't publish a chill-hour number for it.
Does Spectacular (G-2) mayhaw need a pollinator?
Plant two for best set.
What USDA zones suit Spectacular (G-2) mayhaw?
Zones 7-9 as a general guide for mayhaw.