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MALUS 'Evereste'
Commonly known as Crab apple

(syn. 'Perpetu'). Fragrant white flowers from red buds. Good fruiting variety.
Plant Details
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Floweringlocal_floristJanlocal_floristFeblocal_floristMarlocal_floristAprlocal_floristMaylocal_floristJunlocal_floristJullocal_floristAuglocal_floristSeplocal_floristOctlocal_floristNovlocal_floristDec
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Good to know
Wildlife plant - birds, bees and other insects -
Pests & Diseases
Aphids, red spider mites, caterpillars, apple scab, honey fungus, canker, fireblight, mildew -
Place of origin
Garden origin. France 1970s -
DeciduousOval, sometimes lobed, dark green leaves 8-11cm (3-4½in) long
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White
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Cup-shapedShallowly cup-shaped
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SingleRow of petals round conspicuous stamens - no more than 8 petals
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Fully hardy
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Height
4m (13ft) -
Spread
3m (10ft) -
FruitPlants which produce an edible or ornamental fruit
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TreeProduces red-flushed, orange-yellow fruit 2.5cm (1in) across
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Zero Rated ItemNo VAT on this plant
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Hardy - very cold winter
Hardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F) -
Scented flowers
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Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Conical
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Bee friendly
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Bird friendly
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Mature Size4m (13ft)
3m (10ft)
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Garden Location/Conditions
Cottage gardenSuitable for small gardens
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Pruning group
Pruning group 1
Suitable for: Deciduous and evergreen trees, and some deciduous shrubs.
Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Prune wayward or crossing branches to maintain a healthy framework.
When: When dormant in the late winter/early spring. Some in the summer/autumn to prevent bleeding of sap.
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Sun Requirements
Full sun
Partial shade