{"product_id":"european-crab-apple-malus-sylvestris-60-seeds-hardy-fruiting-tree-fragrant-spring-blooms-french-crabapple-edible-tart-fruit-bonsai-espalier-friendly","title":"European Crab Apple – Malus sylvestris 60 Seeds | Hardy Fruiting Tree | Fragrant Spring Blooms  French Crabapple | Edible Tart Fruit | Bonsai \u0026 Espalier Friendly","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"317\" data-end=\"478\"\u003eGrow your own \u003cstrong data-start=\"331\" data-end=\"373\"\u003eEuropean Crab Apple (Malus sylvestris)\u003c\/strong\u003e with this 60-seed pack, perfect for orchard planting, homesteads, food forests, or landscaping projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"480\" data-end=\"836\"\u003eAlso known as French Crabapple or European Wild Apple, this small deciduous fruiting tree is believed to be one of the ancestors of the modern apple. In spring (April–May), it produces beautiful pinkish-white fragrant flowers that attract pollinators. These blossoms are followed by small, tart fruits that ripen from green to yellow with orange-red blush.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"838\" data-end=\"1026\"\u003eThe fruit is excellent for jams, jellies, cider, juice, and vinegar. Birds and wildlife also enjoy the fruit, making this an excellent tree for naturalized landscapes and wildlife gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1028\" data-end=\"1281\"\u003eFast-growing and adaptable, Malus sylvestris thrives in Zones 5–9 and can be trained for espalier, pruned into hedges, or grown as bonsai. It provides multi-season interest with spring flowers, summer foliage, edible fall fruit, and yellow autumn color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1283\" data-end=\"1376\"\u003eYou will receive seeds similar in quality and viability to those shown in the listing photos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1378\" data-end=\"1564\"\u003eYou will receive:\u003cbr data-start=\"1395\" data-end=\"1398\"\u003e✔️ 60 European Crab Apple seeds\u003cbr data-start=\"1429\" data-end=\"1432\"\u003e✔️ Clearly labeled seed packet\u003cbr data-start=\"1462\" data-end=\"1465\"\u003e✔️ Sowing instructions included\u003cbr data-start=\"1496\" data-end=\"1499\"\u003e✔️ Non-pretreated seeds\u003cbr data-start=\"1522\" data-end=\"1525\"\u003e✔️ Secure packaging for safe delivery\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1566\" data-end=\"1590\"\u003e🌼 Growing Information\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1592\" data-end=\"2108\"\u003eCommon Name: European Crab Apple, French Crabapple\u003cbr data-start=\"1642\" data-end=\"1645\"\u003eBotanical Name: Malus sylvestris\u003cbr data-start=\"1677\" data-end=\"1680\"\u003ePlant Type: Small deciduous fruiting tree\u003cbr data-start=\"1721\" data-end=\"1724\"\u003eGrowth Stage: Seed\u003cbr data-start=\"1742\" data-end=\"1745\"\u003eSun Requirements: Full sun to part shade\u003cbr data-start=\"1785\" data-end=\"1788\"\u003eSoil: Loamy, medium moisture, well-drained; adaptable\u003cbr data-start=\"1841\" data-end=\"1844\"\u003eWatering: Medium\u003cbr data-start=\"1860\" data-end=\"1863\"\u003eMature Height: 20–30 feet\u003cbr data-start=\"1888\" data-end=\"1891\"\u003eMature Spread: 10–20 feet\u003cbr data-start=\"1916\" data-end=\"1919\"\u003eGrowth Rate: Fast\u003cbr data-start=\"1936\" data-end=\"1939\"\u003eBloom Time: April–May\u003cbr data-start=\"1960\" data-end=\"1963\"\u003eBloom Color: Pinkish-white\u003cbr data-start=\"1989\" data-end=\"1992\"\u003eFall Color: Yellow\u003cbr data-start=\"2010\" data-end=\"2013\"\u003eUSDA Zones: 5–9\u003cbr data-start=\"2028\" data-end=\"2031\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eDrought Tolerance: Moderate\u003cbr data-start=\"2058\" data-end=\"2061\"\u003eContainer Friendly: Yes, when grown as bonsai\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2110\" data-end=\"2275\"\u003e💡 Care Tip: Soak seeds for 24 hours, then cold stratify at 40°F for 30–75 days before sowing ¼ inch deep. Keep soil consistently moist (not wet) during germination.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tree Seeds Plus","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47827079758065,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0549\/4476\/0049\/files\/ListingShopify6_96.jpg?v=1772014511","url":"https:\/\/sejahteraseeds.com\/products\/european-crab-apple-malus-sylvestris-60-seeds-hardy-fruiting-tree-fragrant-spring-blooms-french-crabapple-edible-tart-fruit-bonsai-espalier-friendly","provider":"Sejahtera Seeds and Bulbs","version":"1.0","type":"link"}