Siberian Crabapple

*ORDERING QUANTITIES - our seedlings are sold in bulk*
10 - 27 cu. in. seedlings are sold in bundles of 24 (1 unit = 24 seedlings)
100 & 175 cu. in. seedlings are sold in bundles of 9 (1 unit = 9 seedlings)

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Malus baccata

Native to Eurasia selectively bred by NRCS

Natural Habitat: Mixed forests on hilly slopes

Foliage: Green leaves that turn yellow/orange in the fall and drop

Flowers/Fruit: Pink/white flowers (April - May); produces small red fruit

Light Requirements: Full sun

Growth Rate: 2 ft. per year

20-Year Height: 15 ft.

Elevation Range: 2,000 - 6,000 ft.

Cold Hardiness: Zone 2 - 7

Wind Tolerance: High

Soil Preference: Adapted to a variety of soils, prefers heavy loam

Alkali/Saline Soil Tolerance: High

Life Span: 40+ years

Minimum Annual Precipitation: 12 in.

Drought Tolerance: Moderate

Windbreak Spacing: 6 - 10 ft.

Potential Pests/Disease: None significant

Deer Resistance: Low

Wildlife Value:

• Fair cover for a variety of birds and mammals
• High-quality food source for a variety of wildlife