Description
American Crabapple is a great game food tree and also a fine tree for spring color. The fruit is small apple like, 1 inch in diameter, and quite bitter. Nevertheless, the crabapples are an important source of ammunition for teenagers to grab, run and lob at their pals. The Ohio Department of Natural Resources have an article on crabs you might find interesting.
Scientific Name: Malus coronaria
Zone: 4-8 Click here to find your growing zone.
Mature Height: 15-30 ft
Mature Width: 20-30 ft
Fruit: 1″ fruit
Flowers: 1 – 1 3/4″ across
Bloom Time: May
Growth Rate: 18-24″ per year
Soil: Well-drained soil
Drought Tolerance: Good
Flood Tolerance: Moderate
Sun Requirements: Full Sun
Fall Color: Orange
Wildlife Value: High wildlife value. The fruit eaten by songbirds and the flowers support pollinators. Also, a butterfly support tree.
