'Professor Sprenger' Crabapple Tree
Perfect for pollinators
Grown by Danielle
South Downs National Park
2 Year Old Tree in a 9L Pot
120-150cm inc. pot on arrival
In stock
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Specialist overnight plant delivery
The highlights
- A rounded, spreading tree
- Medium tree - grows up to 6m
- Scented white blooms in spring
- Golden yellow leaves in autumn
Description
- 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
- Our trees are professionally pruned before dispatching.
What to expect
What to expect
Supplied as
Height on arrival
Eventual height
Eventual spread
Hardiness
Self fertile
Uses
Spacing
How to grow
How to grow
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.MOREMORE
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. ?v=1613300718
Planting calendar
Planting calendar
- Best time to plant
- Harvest
- Flower
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South Downs National Park
Meet Danielle
110 years' expertise free with every tree
Danielle's nursery has been growing trees in the South Downs National Park for over a century, and it shows. Dug up and sent straight to your garden at between 18-36 months old, their quality rootstocks, expert pruning and natural pest control mean that these traditionally field-grown trees are the hardiest you can get.
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Specialist UK growers we know and trust grow your plants the traditional way, with organic fertiliser and biological pest control. They pick only the healthiest plants for you, professionally pruning them so that they’ll grow strong and well shaped.
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Your plants are sent to you fresh from the field in our plastic free box that’s specially designed to hold them tight, then securely delivered by specialist plant couriers - straight from the grower to your garden within 24 hours.
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We want your plants to have a long and healthy life. Expect easy-to-follow grow guides and videos devised by our team of experts.
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Seasons change
Top trees for autumn colour
Rupert Eley, a lifetime autumn colour enthusiast, takes us on a whistle stop tour of his favourite displays within his family gardens, including crabapples, rowans, acers and more.
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