European Crab Apple – Malus sylvestris 240 Seeds | Hardy Fruiting Tree | Fragrant Spring Blooms French Crabapple | Edible Tart Fruit | Bonsai & Espalier Friendly

Establish your own orchard with European Crab Apple (Malus sylvestris) seeds — a 240-seed bulk pack ideal for large plantings, food forests, rewilding projects, hedgerows, and homestead orchards.

Also known as French Crabapple or European Wild Apple, this historic species is believed to be one of the ancestors of modern cultivated apples. In spring (April–May), the tree bursts into fragrant pinkish-white blooms that attract bees and beneficial pollinators. By late summer, small tart fruits develop, ripening from green to yellow with an orange-red blush.

The fruit is excellent for jams, jellies, cider, juice, and vinegar. It also provides an important food source for birds and wildlife, making it perfect for habitat restoration and naturalized landscapes.

Fast-growing and adaptable, Malus sylvestris thrives in Zones 5–9 and tolerates cold, wind, and moderate drought once established. It can be trained for espalier, shaped into hedges, or grown as bonsai. This tree provides multi-season beauty with spring flowers, summer greenery, edible fall fruit, and yellow autumn foliage.

You will receive seeds similar in quality and viability to those shown in the listing photos.

You will receive:
✔️ 240 European Crab Apple seeds
✔️ Clearly labeled seed packaging
✔️ Sowing instructions included
✔️ Non-pretreated seeds
✔️ Secure packaging for safe delivery

🌼 Growing Information

Common Name: European Crab Apple, French Crabapple
Botanical Name: Malus sylvestris
Plant Type: Small deciduous fruiting tree
Growth Stage: Seed
Sun Requirements: Full sun to part shade
Soil: Loamy, medium moisture, well-drained; adaptable to many soils
Watering: Medium
Mature Height: 20–30 feet
Mature Spread: 10–20 feet
Growth Rate: Fast
Bloom Time: April–May
Bloom Color: Pinkish-white
Fall Color: Yellow
USDA Zones: 5–9
Drought Tolerance: Moderate
Container Friendly: Suitable for bonsai when young

💡 Care Tip: Soak seeds for 24 hours, then cold stratify at 40°F for 30–75 days before sowing ¼ inch deep. Keep soil evenly moist (not wet) during germination.