Tea Crab Apple Malus hupehensis, Flowering Tree (When Adult), Edible Fruits, Wildlife Food, 15-35cm Tall / 8cm Pot

Description

A tasty wild fruit from the Hupeh province of China, Malus hupehensis can make a good display in your garden, simply because it is versatile: drought tolerant, has attractive flowers in Spring, its small, red, soft when ripe, edible fruits provides food for the birds and for you as well in the Autumn and its fall colour is remarkable. Its fragrant flowers open from pinkish coloured buds, and the fruit ripe in late Autumn. The fruit can be used in conserves or eaten raw. It is well suitable for bonsai or even for the patio, if keeping it in a large pot! Other common names: Chinese Crab Apple Native to: Hupeh (province of China) Family: Rosaceae (Rose Family) Habit (UK conditions): small to medium sized tree (depending on growing conditions) Max. size in 10 years: 5m x 3m Main value: small, round, red fruits Flower colour: white Flowering period: April-May Autumn coloration: orange to yellow Preferences: wide range of soils, full sun (somewhat drought tolerant) Hardiness: it is hardy in the UK and most of Europe Is it toxic? no Is it edible? yes, fruits are edible raw or processed