Crab Apple Tree - Gorgeous

Ornamental

Fruiting

Crab Apple 'Gorgeous' is a beautiful ornamental tree with an abundance of white spring blossom and masses of glossy red fruits in autumn. Perfect for making crab apple jelly and attracting wildlife to your garden. Explore more in our Apple Trees collection.

Heavy crop of bright red crab apples
Hardy and resilient in UK climate
Attract bees and pollinators
Suitable for container planting
Low maintenance and easy-care

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Crab Apple 'Gorgeous' is a highly decorative and productive tree, producing a profusion of white blossoms in spring that are loved by bees and pollinators. This is followed by a heavy crop of small, bright red fruits in autumn, which remain on the tree well into winter, providing interest and food for wildlife. The tart fruits are excellent for making homemade crab apple jelly, sauces, and chutneys. Hardy, easy to grow, and compact in size, this tree is ideal for small gardens, borders, or even as a feature tree.

Produces masses of white spring blossoms, attracting pollinators
Heavy crop of bright red crab apples in autumn
Fruits persist into winter, providing food for birds
Perfect for making jellies, preserves, and sauces

What's Included

Pots: Get a large, ready-to-grow tree in a 10L pot. Plant it in your garden or a larger container right away. It's bigger and stronger than smaller pot sizes. Pre-fed and watered for healthier plants from the start.

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Care Information

Sunlight	Full Sun to Partial Shade
Position	Sheltered or semi-sheltered
Soil	Moist but well-drained
Planting Time	Autumn/Late Summer
Moisture	Medium
Hardiness	Hardy
Growth Rate	Average
Spacing	Unknown
Height and Spread	12m x 8m
Annual or Perennial	Perennial

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What You Need To Know About “Crab Apple Tree - Gorgeous”

Plant Information

How To Plant

Plant Care

Crab Apple 'Gorgeous' is an outstanding ornamental tree known for its spectacular seasonal displays. It bursts into bloom in spring with masses of fragrant white flowers, followed by a heavy crop of glossy red crab apples in autumn. These fruits persist well into winter, making it a valuable tree for wildlife while also being perfect for making delicious preserves.

Abundant white spring blossoms that attract bees and pollinators
Heavy autumn crop of small, glossy red crab apples
Thrives in full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil
Provides winter interest and food for birds and wildlife

Abundant white spring blossoms that attract bees and pollinators
Heavy autumn crop of small, glossy red crab apples
Thrives in full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil
Provides winter interest and food for birds and wildlife

Planting Time:	Autumn to Spring
Sunlight & Positioning:	Full Sun
Where to Plant:	Garden Beds - Patios - Large Containers
Growing Location:	Garden - Patio - Balcony

Planting Time:	Autumn to Spring
Sunlight & Positioning:	Full Sun
Where to Plant:	Garden Beds - Patios - Large Containers
Growing Location:	Garden - Patio - Balcony

Crab Apple 'Gorgeous' is easy to grow and thrives in well-drained soil with plenty of sunlight.

Choose a location with full sun or partial shade and well-draining soil
Dig a hole twice the width of the root ball and loosen the soil
Place the tree at the same depth it was growing in its nursery pot
Fill the hole with soil, firming gently around the base

Crab Apple 'Gorgeous' is easy to grow and thrives in well-drained soil with plenty of sunlight.

Choose a location with full sun or partial shade and well-draining soil
Dig a hole twice the width of the root ball and loosen the soil
Place the tree at the same depth it was growing in its nursery pot
Fill the hole with soil, firming gently around the base

Choose the Right Spot:	A sunny location with plenty of direct sunlight
Prepare the Soil:	Loosen soil and mix in compost or organic matter
Planting:	Plant level with the soil and firm soil down around the tree
Spacing:	Space trees about 2-3 metres apart for good air circulation

Choose the Right Spot:	A sunny location with plenty of direct sunlight
Prepare the Soil:	Loosen soil and mix in compost or organic matter
Planting:	Plant level with the soil and firm soil down around the tree
Spacing:	Space trees about 2-3 metres apart for good air circulation

Crab Apple 'Gorgeous' is a low-maintenance tree that requires minimal care once established. Occasional pruning and watering will keep it thriving year after year.

Water regularly during the first year to help roots establish
Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain shape and remove deadwood
Apply a mulch layer around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds
Protect young trees from frost with a fleece wrap if necessary

Crab Apple 'Gorgeous' is a low-maintenance tree that requires minimal care once established. Occasional pruning and watering will keep it thriving year after year.

Water regularly during the first year to help roots establish
Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain shape and remove deadwood
Apply a mulch layer around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds
Protect young trees from frost with a fleece wrap if necessary

Sunlight and Position:	Needs 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily
Watering and Feeding:	Water regularly until established, then water during dry periods
Support and Pruning:	Prune in late winter to maintain shape
Harvesting:	Harvest when fruit are firm and fully coloured

Sunlight and Position:	Needs 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily
Watering and Feeding:	Water regularly until established, then water during dry periods
Support and Pruning:	Prune in late winter to maintain shape
Harvesting:	Harvest when fruit are firm and fully coloured

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the ideal growing conditions for a 'Gorgeous' crab apple tree?

'Gorgeous' thrives in full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It's adaptable to various soil types and tolerates both moist and well-drained conditions.

When can I expect the 'Gorgeous' crab apple tree to flower and fruit?

Expect white blossoms in spring, followed by crimson or orange-red fruits in autumn. The fruits persist well into autumn and are ideal for making crab apple jelly.

How do I care for a 'Gorgeous' crab apple tree?

Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain shape and remove dead or diseased branches. Apply mulch in spring to retain moisture and suppress weeds.