Robusta Wild Crabapple (Malus x robusta)

Family: Rosaceae | Edibility: Edible (2/5)

Malus x robusta is a deciduous Tree growing to 12 m (39ft) by 10 m (32ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 3 and is not frost tender. It is in flower from May to June. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils, prefers well-drained soil and can grow in heavy clay soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

flavour, we found it pleasant in small quantities when fully ripe. — Fruit - raw or cooked.; The fruit is rather variable in size and is usually about 1 - 3cm in diameter.; A firm and juicy flesh with rather an acid flavour, we found it pleasant in small quantities when fully ripe.

Habitat & North American Range

Not known in the wild. (Zone 3, Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7)