Crab Apple Tree - Malus sylvestris plant

Edible

Fruiting

Enhance your garden with our ornamental crab apple tree, perfect for adding year-round beauty. This hardy tree thrives in UK climates and suits small gardens and pots. Explore more in our Apple Trees collection.

Compact size for small gardens
Hardy and resilient in UK climate
Ornamental flowers and edible fruits
Suitable for container planting
Low maintenance and easy-care

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The Crab Apple Tree is a versatile and hardy tree known for its small, tart apples and beautiful spring blossoms. It is ideal for adding both edible and aesthetic value to garden beds, patios, and large containers.

Grows best in full sun to partial shade
Ideal for garden beds, patios, and large containers
Produces small, tart apples in late summer to autumn
Deciduous tree with stunning spring blossoms

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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How To Plant

Plant Care

The Crab Apple Tree is a versatile tree that adds both beauty and delicious fruit to any garden. It is known for its small, tart apples, which are perfect for cooking and preserves, and its beautiful spring blossoms.

Grows best in full sun to partial shade
Ideal for garden beds, patios, and large containers
Produces small, tart apples in late summer to autumn
Deciduous tree with stunning spring blossoms

Grows best in full sun to partial shade
Ideal for garden beds, patios, and large containers
Produces small, tart apples in late summer to autumn
Deciduous tree with stunning spring blossoms

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

Choose a sunny or partially shaded area for your Crab Apple Tree, whether in garden beds or large containers. Keep it well watered for the best growth.

Crab apple trees need full sun to partial shade, so choose a spot with good light
Add compost or organic matter to soil before planting to provide nutrients and structure
Use large pots with drainage holes and quality compost if container growing
Water well both before and after planting; space trees well to allow for growth

Choose a sunny or partially shaded area for your Crab Apple Tree, whether in garden beds or large containers. Keep it well watered for the best growth.

Crab apple trees need full sun to partial shade, so choose a spot with good light
Add compost or organic matter to soil before planting to provide nutrients and structure
Use large pots with drainage holes and quality compost if container growing
Water well both before and after planting; space trees well to allow for growth

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 Trees are easy to care for and add both beauty and delicious fruit to your garden. With good sunlight and a little care, you’ll soon be enjoying tart, homegrown crab apples.

Water regularly, especially in hot weather, until established
Prune in late winter to maintain shape and encourage new growth
Mulch annually to retain soil moisture and suppress weeds
Check for pests like aphids and codling moths; treat with suitable methods if needed

Crab Apple Trees are easy to care for and add both beauty and delicious fruit to your garden. With good sunlight and a little care, you’ll soon be enjoying tart, homegrown crab apples.

Water regularly, especially in hot weather, until established
Prune in late winter to maintain shape and encourage new growth
Mulch annually to retain soil moisture and suppress weeds
Check for pests like aphids and codling moths; treat with suitable methods if needed

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 Crab Apple tree?

Crab Apple trees thrive in full sun and well-drained, fertile soil. They are adaptable to a range of soil types and benefit from regular watering during dry periods.

How and when should I prune my Crab Apple tree?

Prune in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. Remove dead, diseased, or crossing branches to improve air circulation and shape the tree.

What pests and diseases affect Crab Apple trees, and how can I manage them?

Common pests include aphids, caterpillars, and codling moths. Use appropriate insecticides or natural predators. Diseases like apple scab and fire blight can be managed by applying fungicides and pruning affected areas.