British Native Crab Apple 40/60cm (Bare root)
Malus sylvestris
£13.98
This native Crab Apple Malus sylvestris makes a brilliant garden tree for every season. The spring brings clouds of white flowers, while autumn offers small fruits for jellies and wildlife. Its neat size of 8–12 metres suits most gardens nicely.
A perfect pollination partner for many eating & cooking apple varieties.
- ✓ Beautiful native flowering tree offering masses of pink-white blossom in spring, followed by traditional crab apples perfect for homemade jellies and preserves while supporting local wildlife
- ✓ Natural compact size reaching 6-8 metres, ideal for most garden spaces, develops a lovely rounded crown that creates character and brings charm to any garden setting
- ✓ Outstanding wildlife value throughout the seasons - provides essential nectar for spring pollinators, safe nesting spots for garden birds, and nutritious autumn fruits
- ✓ Hardy native species perfectly adapted to British growing conditions, very low maintenance once established, naturally disease resistant and suited to most garden soils
- ✓ Quality UK grown stock from Yarrow Gardens - DEFRA Registered Supplier
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The Crab Apple Malus sylvestris brings magic to gardens in every season. This lovely native tree puts on a show starting with masses of pink-tinged white blossom in spring. The flowers cover the branches, creating a stunning display that bees and other pollinators love.
By summer, the tree wears a coat of healthy green leaves that give welcome shade. Small fruits start to form, gradually growing and colouring up through autumn. The fruits might look tiny compared to eating apples, but they’re brilliant for making into jellies and preserves.
This tree fits perfectly into most gardens, growing to a manageable 6-8 metres tall. The spreading branches make a lovely rounded shape that looks natural in any setting. You’ll spot plenty of birds nipping in and out, as they love both nesting in the branches and eating the fruit.
As one of our true native trees, the Crab Apple suits our climate down to the ground. It’s been growing wild in British woods since the last ice age. The autumn colours are rather lovely too, with leaves turning buttery yellow before falling.
Your Crab Apple will grow happily in any reasonable garden soil, though it prefers spots with good drainage. Plant it where it gets plenty of sun or light shade. Water well in the first growing season to help it settle in. After that, it needs very little care beyond removing any dead or crossed branches in late winter. A mulch of garden compost in spring will keep it thriving. The tree naturally shrugs off most problems and grows stronger each year.
Ultimate height
8–12 metres
Time to ultimate height
20–50 years
Ultimate spread
4–8 metres
Season of Interest
Spring, Autumn
Sunlight
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Pot Size
Bare Root
Foliage
Deciduous
Foliage Colour
Green
Flower Colour
White
Hardiness
-20°C to -15°C (H6)
When MatureSafety
Pollen Allergies, Thorns
Watering
Moderate
Preferred Soil Type
Any well drained soil
Preferred Soil pH
Any Soil Type
What Are Bare Root Trees?
Bare root trees are young trees sold without soil around their roots during their dormant season. This method of selling trees has been practised for centuries and offers numerous advantages for both gardeners and the environment. Typically available late Autumn to early Spring.
The Bare Root Advantage
Cost-Effective
Bare root trees are typically less expensive than their container-grown counterparts. Without the need for pots, soil, and extensive care during growth, these savings are passed on to you.
Easier to Plant
The absence of soil means bare root trees are lighter and easier to handle. This makes planting a breeze, especially when dealing with larger quantities or varieties.
Quicker Establishment
Counter-intuitively, bare root trees in some instances establish faster than container-grown trees. Their exposed root systems quickly adapt to native soil, developing a robust network that supports rapid growth.
Environmentally Friendly
Bare root trees are a green choice. They require less water during nursery care and transportation, reducing their carbon footprint. Plus, there’s no plastic pot waste!
When to Plant Bare Root Trees
The window for planting bare root trees is limited to their dormant season, typically from late autumn to early spring. This period allows the trees to establish themselves before the demands of new growth in spring.
Planting and Care Tips
- Soak roots in water for a few hours before planting
- Dig a hole wide enough to accommodate the spread roots
- Plant at the same depth as the soil mark on the stem
- Backfill with native soil, firming gently
- Water well and mulch around the base
- Stake larger trees to provide support
Why Choose Bare Root Trees?
- Value for Money: Get more trees for your budget
- Wider Selection: Access to a broader range of species and varieties
- Better for Transplanting: Less shock to the tree during the planting process
- Ideal for Larger Projects: Perfect for hedgerows, orchards, or woodland creation
Environmental Impact
By choosing bare root trees, you’re making a positive impact on the environment. These trees are carbon positive, meaning they absorb more carbon dioxide than is produced in their cultivation and transportation. As they grow, they continue to sequester carbon, improve air quality, and provide habitats for wildlife.
Embrace the bare root revolution and watch your garden flourish with these dormant dynamos. Plant a legacy that will grow for generations to come!
Delivery
Yarrow Gardens aim to have your order with you in fastest time possible and safest method of transport. Dependent on the parcel size and geographical destination in mind with will select the most suitable courier.
You are welcome to collect any times from our nursery in Euxton, Lancashire. Please contact us to arrange a suitable date and time.
With regret, we can no longer send items out to Northern Ireland. All live plants need a phytosanitary checks and DAERA must be notified. This process is simply too expensive at the moment.
Returns
In the rare instance that your item has been damaged during delivery or incorrectly shipped by us, please contact us and we will be happy to discuss the return and replacement of your item.
Once you have contacted us and we have confirmation that your parcel is on its way back to us we will be happy to issue a refund for the return postage.
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Royal Mail Letter - Royal Mail Tracked | £3.25 (Flat) | |
Royal Mail Letter - Royal Mail Second Class | £0.95 (Flat) | |
Royal Mail Large Letter - Royal Mail Tracked | £3.25 (Flat) | |
Royal Mail Large Letter - Royal Mail Second Class | £2.10 (Flat) | |
Standard Items - Standard Courier (Parcelforce) | £7.95 (Flat) | This item |
Standard Items - Standard Courier (Evri) | £4.49 (Flat) | This item |
Medium Items - Standard Courier (Parcelforce) | £7.95 (Flat) | |
Large Items - Pallet Courier | £90.00 (Flat) | |
Large Items - Standard Courier (Parcelforce) | £28.95 (Flat) | |
Large Items - Standard Courier (Parcel Force) | £24.95 (Flat) | |
Pallet Courier - Pallet Courier | £90.00 (Flat) |
We are a small family business based in Euxton, West Lancashire. We specialise in the supply of trees, shrubs both bare root & cell grown. Much of our stock is grown directly on site from seed or cuttings. Other stock is all UK sourced where possible.
We adhere to industry leading biosecurity measures, this ensures that our nursery remains clean and disease free.
We are DEFRA registered and our nursery is regularly inspected to confirm compliance with all current plant and plant health regulations.
Our Plant Passport Registration Number is GB140010
You can view our Plant Healthy report here.
We are actively working towards the Grown in Britain certification along with the Plant Healthy certification.
Should you have any concern or question in respect of our plant health matters, please get in touch.