It was an exceptional spring for flowering crabapple trees all over town. Our wet weather provided moisture and no late frost killed the buds or flowers. The older trees are probably Dolgo (white) and ...
Q: I am hoping to plant two semidwarf crabapple trees on the west side of my house. Could you please tell me which cultivars will do well here? I am looking for crabapples that are good for raw eating ...
RICHMOND — The dolgo crab apple tree wakes up early — several days before our other apple trees stir from their long winter’s nap. And it blooms full, white from a distance, touched with pink up close ...
Malus (/ ˈmeɪləs / [3] or / ˈmæləs /) is a genus of about 32–57 species [4] of small deciduous trees or shrubs in the family Rosaceae, including the domesticated orchard apple, crab apples (sometimes known in North America as crabapples) and wild apples. The genus is native to the temperate zone of the Northern Hemisphere.
From compact forms to weeping shapes, crabapple trees offer vibrant foliage and fruit into the winter. Bonus: Their fruit makes jellies.
Crabapple, any of several small trees of the genus Malus, in the rose family (Rosaceae). Crabapples are native to North America and Asia and are widely grown for their attractive form, spring flower display, and decorative fruits. The tart fruits are edible and are suitable for jellies, preserves, and cider.
Explore the colorful world of crabapple trees with our guide to 20 different types. Learn about their unique identifying features, including blossom colors and fruit shapes, to help you select the perfect crabapple for your landscape.