Malus sylvestris: French Crabapple Seeds

Zones: 4 to 7
Mature Height: 25 to 40 feet
Mature Spread: 15 feet

The French Crabapple has beautiful white flowers and yellow fruit. This small tree has dense, twistng branches and dark brown cracked bark. The fruit is excellent for jams and jellies. Also known as Irish crab or European crab.

When choosing a location, keep in mind that the French Crabapple has a growth rate of 1 foot per year. Grows up 25 to 40 feet in height and 15 feet in spread. It can be planted in zones 4 to 7. Prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil.

How To Start These Seeds:
Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours
Stratification: Cold stratify for 60-120 days
Germination: Sow seed 1/8 inch deep , tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed
Other: Can be sown outdoors in the fall for spring germination

Seed Count Per Packet:
This packet contains 40 hand-sorted, high-quality seeds.

If refrigerated upon receipt, these seeds can be stored for up to a year before you decide to use them.