Attracts pollinators | Attracts pollinators |
Culinary use | Eating & cooking |
Edible | Edible |
Expertise needed | Beginner |
Hardiness | H4 - Hardy through most of the UK (-10 to -5°C) |
Location for use | Garden |
Plant position | Sunny areas |
Soil moisture | Moist, fertile & well drained |
Crab Apple 'Evereste' is a remarkable tree that has earned the prestigious RHS Award of Garden Merit for its outstanding qualities. With its compact, broadly conical shape, this hardy tree boasts a tidy crown adorned with lobed leaves that emerge green in spring. Pink buds give way to delicate white blossoms, creating a stunning display in the early season.
During autumn, the foliage of Malus 'Evereste' undergoes a dramatic transformation, turning shades of orange and yellow that illuminate the landscape with vibrant hues. Adding to its autumnal beauty, this tree produces masses of orange and red-blushed apples, which persist well into the winter months. These colorful fruits not only enhance the visual appeal of the tree but also provide a valuable food source for wildlife.
'Evereste' Crab Apple is a versatile tree suitable for various garden settings, including kitchen gardens, cottage gardens, and wildlife gardens. With a mature height of 7 meters and a spread of 6 meters, it makes a striking focal point in larger landscapes. For smaller gardens, a low-stem potted plant option is available, limiting the tree's height to a more manageable 2.5 meters.
Aside from its ornamental value, Crab Apple 'Evereste' offers culinary potential. While the fruits are typically too tart to eat raw, they develop an intense apple flavor when cooked, making them ideal for jams, jellies, and chutneys.
Whether planted as a specimen tree or incorporated into mixed borders, 'Evereste' Crab Apple is sure to captivate with its year-round beauty and provide enjoyment for both gardeners and wildlife alike.
Grow Your Own Fruit Malus (Crab Apple) Everest (MM106) 1 Bare Root
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