Crabapple (Malus sieversii)

Family: Rosaceae | Edibility: Edible (3/5)

Malus sieversii is a deciduous Tree growing to 8 m (26ft 3in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 5 and is not frost tender. It is in flower in May, and the seeds ripen from September to October. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. It is noted for attracting wildlife.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

flavoured. — Fruit - raw or cooked.; Large and well-flavoured.; The fruit is usually between 3 - 5cm in diameter, though it can be up to 7cm.

Habitat & North American Range

Mountain forests and slopes, streamsides in mountain valleys. Mountain summits, slopes and valleys, often the dominant tree of forests, at elevations of 1200 - 1300 metres in Tibet. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9, Zone 10)