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MALUS transitoria
Commonly known as Crab apple
Deeply lobed leaves. Plentiful single white flowers with small yellow fruits in autumn.
Plant Details
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Pests & Diseases
Aphids, red spider mites, caterpillars, apple scab, honey fungus, canker, mildew -
Place of origin
Northwestern China -
DeciduousOblong to deeply 3-lobed bright green leaves 2-3cm (¾-1¼)in long, turning yellow in autumn
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White
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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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Lobed
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Oblong
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Height
8m (26ft) -
Spread
10m (33ft) -
FruitPlants which produce an edible or ornamental fruit
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TreeElegant, spreading tree. The white flowers open from pink buds and are followed by small, pea-like yellow fruit on slender, red stalks
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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) -
Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Rounded to broadly spreading
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Bee friendly
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Bird friendly
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Mature Size8m (26ft)
10m (33ft)
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Garden Location/Conditions
Cottage garden
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Soil Conditions
Fertile moist well-drained soilModerately fertile
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Sun Requirements
Full sun
Partial shade
Tolerated but full sun preferred