Malus John Downie
Crab Apple Tree
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Latin Name: Malus 'John Downie'
Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil
Position: Full sun or partial shade
Flowering period/colour: May / White
Hardiness: Fully hardy
Height and spread in 20 years: 5m x 3m
Special features: Orange and red edible fruit and a fantastic display of autumn leaf colour
The Malus 'John Downie', a distinguished variety of Crab Apple Tree, adds a touch of elegance to any landscape.
Flourishing in fertile, well-drained soil and adaptable to full sun or partial shade, this Crab Apple Tree is resilient and hardy.
In spring, the Malus 'John Downie' showers your space with delicate white blossoms, creating a show-stopping floral scene.
Shifting gears to later seasons, this tree provides ornamental fruit, attracting all kinds of wonderful wildlife. The attractive crab apples are a glossy scarlet colour and are almost 'pear shaped’. Plus, the apples make the most fantastic crab apple jelly!
The leaves are a fresh green colour when young and mature to deep yellow and burnt orange come autumn.
With a projected height of 5 metres and a spread of 3 metres in 20 years, the Malus 'John Downie' is a moderate-sized tree that fits well in small gardens and large spaces too.
The Malus ‘John Downie’ delights from spring to autumn! Add it to your outdoor sanctuary today.