Tea Crab Apple – Malus hupehensis | 20 Seeds Flowering Ornamental Tree | Edible Fruit | Beautiful Fall Color

Grow a graceful and highly ornamental tree with these 20 Tea Crab Apple (Malus hupehensis) seeds. Known for its abundant fragrant spring blooms and colorful fall fruit, this hardy and adaptable tree makes a stunning addition to home landscapes, streets, and gardens.

Tea Crab Apple forms a broad, vase-shaped canopy with strong spreading branches, typically reaching 20–25 feet tall and wide. In spring, deep pink buds open into masses of fragrant white flowers about 1.5 inches across. These blooms are followed by small, greenish-yellow fruits blushed with red. While the fruit requires cooking for human consumption, it is highly attractive to birds and wildlife.

Young leaves emerge with a purplish tint before turning green, then transition to warm yellow and copper tones in autumn. The dark gray-brown flaking bark adds winter interest, especially when grown as a specimen, espalier, or bonsai.

Tea Crab Apple is known to often grow true from seed, though Malus species may hybridize naturally. It is hardy, adaptable, and tolerant of cold, moderate drought, and wind once established.

You will receive:
✔️ 20 Malus hupehensis seeds
✔️ Fresh, untreated seeds
✔️ Clearly labeled seed packet
✔️ Basic germination instructions
✔️ Secure packaging for safe delivery

🌼 Growing Information

Common Name: Tea Crab Apple
Botanical Name: Malus hupehensis
Plant Type: Deciduous flowering fruit tree
Growth Stage: Seed
Sun Requirements: Full sun to part shade
Soil: Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Watering: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist
Mature Height: 20–25 feet
Spread: 20–25 feet
Growth Rate: Fast to moderate
USDA Zones: 4–8
Container Friendly: Yes, suitable for bonsai or espalier

💡 Care Tip:
Cold stratify seeds for 30–75 days before sowing for best germination. Prune lightly in late winter or early spring to remove crossing or damaged branches and maintain its graceful shape.