Crab Apple (Malus pumila)
Estimated delivery between Marzo 27 and Marzo 30.
The Crab Apple (Malus pumila) is a versatile and beautiful tree, known for its striking spring blossoms, colorful fruits, and vibrant autumn foliage. These small apples are perfect for making jams, jellies, and sauces, or can be used to attract wildlife to your garden. Whether grown as an ornamental specimen or as part of a fruit garden, the Crab Apple adds year-round interest with its showy flowers, miniature fruit, and stunning fall colors. It thrives in a variety of soils and can be grown as a small tree or large shrub.
Features & Specifications:
- Scientific Name: Malus pumila
- Common Name: Crab Apple, Wild Apple
- Plant Type: Deciduous fruit tree
- Growth Habit: Small tree with rounded crown, spreading branches
- Fruit Type: Small apples, typically tart and used in preserves or sauces
- Mature Height: 12-25 feet
- Mature Spread: 10-15 feet
- Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil Requirements: Well-drained, fertile soil
- Planting Depth: 1 inch
- Germination Time: 2-4 weeks
- Hardiness Zone: 4-8 (Temperate climates)
- Uses: Ornamental tree, edible fruit, wildlife attraction, jam making
- Unique Features: Spring blossoms, vibrant fruit, attractive fall foliage
The Crab Apple is an excellent addition to any garden, offering ornamental beauty and edible fruit. Its ability to thrive in various soil types and provide year-round interest makes it a perfect choice for gardeners looking for both aesthetic appeal and practicality. Start growing your own Crab Apple tree today and enjoy its beauty and fruit for years to come!
Dhara Seeds
Crab Apple (Malus pumila)
Estimated delivery between Marzo 27 and Marzo 30.
The Crab Apple (Malus pumila) is a versatile and beautiful tree, known for its striking spring blossoms, colorful fruits, and vibrant autumn foliage. These small apples are perfect for making jams, jellies, and sauces, or can be used to attract wildlife to your garden. Whether grown as an ornamental specimen or as part of a fruit garden, the Crab Apple adds year-round interest with its showy flowers, miniature fruit, and stunning fall colors. It thrives in a variety of soils and can be grown as a small tree or large shrub.
Features & Specifications:
- Scientific Name: Malus pumila
- Common Name: Crab Apple, Wild Apple
- Plant Type: Deciduous fruit tree
- Growth Habit: Small tree with rounded crown, spreading branches
- Fruit Type: Small apples, typically tart and used in preserves or sauces
- Mature Height: 12-25 feet
- Mature Spread: 10-15 feet
- Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil Requirements: Well-drained, fertile soil
- Planting Depth: 1 inch
- Germination Time: 2-4 weeks
- Hardiness Zone: 4-8 (Temperate climates)
- Uses: Ornamental tree, edible fruit, wildlife attraction, jam making
- Unique Features: Spring blossoms, vibrant fruit, attractive fall foliage
The Crab Apple is an excellent addition to any garden, offering ornamental beauty and edible fruit. Its ability to thrive in various soil types and provide year-round interest makes it a perfect choice for gardeners looking for both aesthetic appeal and practicality. Start growing your own Crab Apple tree today and enjoy its beauty and fruit for years to come!
Non-GMO
Dharaseeds are Non-GMO and free from genetically modified organisms.
High Germination Rate
Tested for high viability to ensure successful sprouting.
Heirloom Variety
Open-pollinated seeds preserved for quality and authenticity.
Chemical-Free
Free from synthetic pesticides, herbicides, and additives.