🍎 Whitney Crabapple (Malus spp., Grafted)
Zones: 3–8 | Height: 20-25 ft | Spread: 15–20 ft | Growth Rate: Fast
Light: Full sun | Soil: Well-drained, adaptable to various soils
Fruit Harvest: October - November
🏞️ Product Description:
The Whitney Crabapple is a robust, cold-hardy grafted tree that offers both ornamental beauty and practical uses. Its small to medium-sized tart apples are ideal for fresh eating, making delicious jellies, and crafting crisp, refreshing cider. Highly disease-resistant, Whitney Crabapple thrives across diverse climates and soil types, making it a dependable addition to home orchards and larger landscapes alike.
🍯 Tart Apples. Versatile Uses. Disease Resistant.
Enjoy the dual benefits of attractive blossoms and a productive fruit harvest. Its hardy nature ensures consistent yields year after year, while the flavorful fruit attracts wildlife and satisfies orchard enthusiasts.
🌳 Why Grow Whitney Crabapple?
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Cold-hardy and disease-resistant for reliable performance
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Small to medium tart apples perfect for eating, jellies, and cider
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Attractive blossoms add seasonal beauty to any landscape
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Thrives in a wide range of climates and soil conditions
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Great for home orchards, food plots, and wildlife habitat
🛠️ Planting Tips:
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Plant in full sun for optimal fruit production and tree health
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Space trees 15–20 ft apart for proper growth and air circulation
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Use tree tubes to protect young trees from deer and rodent browse
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Water regularly during establishment, especially in dry spells
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Mulch around base to retain moisture and suppress weeds
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🌿 Summary:
For a hardy, versatile crabapple tree that combines beauty with bountiful, tart fruit, Whitney Crabapple is an excellent choice. Its disease resistance and adaptability make it a standout for both personal orchards and wildlife-friendly landscapes.
