Professor Sprenger' Crabapple Tree
The Highlights
- White blossom unfurls from deep pink buds in spring
- Vibrant green summer leaves turn a rich golden yellow in autumn
- Small, red-orange crab apples appear in autumn, staying until winter
- Makes outstanding jams and jellies due to the fruit's high pectin content
- Grow as a focal point in a lawn, as part of a hedge or in wildlife gardens
- RHS Plants for Pollinators designation
The Highlights
- White blossom unfurls from deep pink buds in spring
- Vibrant green summer leaves turn a rich golden yellow in autumn
- Small, red-orange crab apples appear in autumn, staying until winter
- Makes outstanding jams and jellies due to the fruit's high pectin content
- Grow as a focal point in a lawn, as part of a hedge or in wildlife gardens
- RHS Plants for Pollinators designation
Care Guide
Average pest and disease resistance
May need protection from aphids, woolly aphid, fruit tree red spider mite and caterpillars. It could also be affected by apple scab, apple cranker and powdery mildews. Be cautious of fire blight.
A little watering when new
When newly planted, the trees would love a little watering at least once a month for the initial couple of months. Afterwards keep moist but well drained.
Full sun to partial shade
This Crabapple tree loves full sun or partial shade in a sheltered location. Choosing a spot away from strong winds will allow all the tree's resources to go towards growing blossom and protecting its display.
Most fertile, well-drained soils
This tree will flourish in any moderately fertile, moist and well drained soil except for chalk.
Feed when first planted
After planting your tree add some fertiliser and cover with mulch to ensure all the water and nutrients get to the roots. Over time, replace the mulch and feed the tree with slow release fertiliser annually to help the plant maintain its growth and create a beautiful display of blossom. https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0513/3428/3424/files/pruning_3x_4d3eaf73-f629-45e0-87a5-6f14f5f005fc.png?v=1613300718
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Planting Calendar
- Best time to plant
- Harvest
- Flower
