Crabapple (Malus pumila) is a deciduous fruit tree prized for its ornamental beauty and small, flavorful fruit. This tree is ideal for home gardens, orchards, and landscape planting, thriving in temperate climates with cold winter dormancy and warm summers.
Crabapple trees feature showy spring blossoms and produce small edible fruit that can be used for preserves, jellies, or eaten fresh. Seeds are Non-GMO, making them perfect for gardeners aiming to grow fruit trees from seed for both ornamental and edible purposes.
Features
- Produces small, flavorful crabapples
- Showy spring blossoms and attractive foliage
- Suitable for orchards, home gardens, and landscape planting
- Non-GMO seeds
Specifications
- Scientific Name: Malus pumila
- Common Name: Crabapple
- Plant Type: Deciduous perennial fruit tree
- Growth Habit: Upright tree with spreading canopy
- Mature Height: 15–25 ft depending on variety
- USDA Hardiness Zones: 4–8
- Sun Requirements: Full sun
- Soil Type: Well-drained, fertile soil
- Soil pH: Slightly acidic to neutral (6.0–7.0 recommended)
- Watering Needs: Moderate; avoid waterlogging
- Germination Time: 2–6 weeks with cold stratification
- Seed Type: Non-GMO
- Container Friendly: Small varieties suitable for large containers
- Climate Preference: Temperate regions with winter chilling for dormancy
- Suggested Growing Sites: Home orchards, garden beds, backyard fruit trees
- Winter Care: Protect young seedlings from frost and extreme cold
Planting Guide
- Cold stratify seeds for 60–90 days to improve germination.
- Sow seeds 1 inch deep in well-draining seed-starting mix.
- Maintain moist soil and warm conditions for germination.
- Transplant seedlings outdoors after frost risk has passed.
- Prune and train young trees to develop a strong canopy for fruit production.