French Wild Apple Tree | Premium Seeds | Malus sylvestris 'Spring' | Plants'®

French Wild Apple Tree | Premium Seeds | Malus sylvestris 'Spring' | LOT 2024802924 | Plants'®

PREMIUM QUALITY | Cold storage and humidity control for keeping the seeds healthy and fresh at all times*.

PACKAGE CONTENT

EXTERNAL PACKAGE | Collectable labels of the purchased species specially designed by our team.
SEED BAG | Contains the amount of seeds purchased.
PLANTS'® GROWTH MANUAL | Original manual developed by our researchers included especifically for each species.
 

ABOUT THE SPECIES | French Wild Apple

🍏 Transform Your Garden with the Enchanting French Wild Apple! 🍏

Imagine your garden adorned with the timeless beauty of the French Wild Apple (Malus sylvestris), also known as European Crab Apple or European Wild Apple. This charming species from the Rosaceae family is your gateway to a picturesque and fruitful landscape.

🌿 Why Choose French Wild Apple?

1. Seasonal Splendor:

Summer: Enjoy the dark-green foliage that adds a lush, vibrant touch to your garden.

Fall: Witness the transformation as leaves turn a stunning light to dark-orange with hints of yellow, creating a breathtaking autumn display.

2. Fragrant Blossoms:

In May, your garden will be adorned with hermaphrodite flowers that vary from pink to light pink and white. These blossoms not only add beauty but also attract pollinators, enhancing your garden’s ecosystem.

3. Versatile and Hardy:

Thriving in Mediterranean, temperate, and cold climates (USDA zones 8b - 4a), this species is perfect for states like GA, SC, NC, VA, and many more. Its adaptability makes it ideal for various landscapes.

4. Delicious and Versatile Fruit:

The small pome-fruits, ripening in autumn, vary in color from green, yellow, golden, to rarely, orange or red. Though tart or sour when fresh, they are perfect for making jellies, jams, ciders, or brandy, and serve as a food source for wildlife.

5. Sustainable Wood:

The dense and heavy apple wood, known for its reddish-brown heartwood with streaks similar to Olive, is perfect for fine furniture, tool handles, and musical instruments. It is a sustainable choice, not listed on the CITES Appendices or IUCN Red List.

🌞 Cultivation Tips

Sunlight: Plant in full sun to ensure optimal growth and fruit production.

Soil: Prefers well-drained soil to prevent root rot.

Watering: Moderate watering is essential; avoid overwatering to maintain healthy roots.

🍽️ Traditional Uses

The French Wild Apple is not only an ornamental gem but also a practical addition to your garden. Its fruits are used for making delicious jellies, jams, compotes, ciders, or brandy, adding a culinary delight to your home.

🌟 Transform Your Garden Today!

Bring the enchanting allure of the French Wild Apple to your garden and enjoy a landscape that is both beautiful and fruitful. Order your seeds now and embark on a journey of natural splendor!

Ready to plant the seeds of enchantment? 🌱 Shop your French Wild Apple seeds today!

LOT INFORMATION
Germination: 98%       Germination Test: Cut (Full Seed)
Purity: 99%                  Seeds/lb: 12,841
Origin: NY                   Crop Year: 2021

SPECIES DATA SHEET

- Common Names: French Wild Apple, European crab apple, European wild apple, Crab Apple.
- Species: Malus sylvestris.
- Genus: Malus.
- Family: Rosaceae. 
- Order: Rosales.
- Clade: Tracheophytes, Angiosperms, Eudicots, Rosids.
- Conservation Status: Data deficient (IUCN 3.1).
- Natural Range & Distribution: Native to Europe and Western Asia.
- Preferred Climates: Mediterranean & Temperate (Cfa, Cfb, Csa, Csb), Cold (Dwa, Dwb, Dwc, Dfa, Dfb).
- Hardiness Zones: 8b - 4a (USDA)
- Best Grown (US States): GA, SC, NC, VA, DC, MD, DE, NJ, PA, NY, CT, RI, MA, VT, NH, ME, OH, WV, KY, TN, AL, MI, IN, MS, WI, IL, MN, IA, MO, AR, LA, ND, SD, NE, KS, OK, TX, MT, WY, CO, NM, ID, UT, AZ, WA, OR, NV, AK.
- Max Height: 20 to 46ft (6m to 14m).
- Max Canopy Spread: 20 to 46ft (6m to 14m).
- Canopy Shape: Desnse, uneven rounded-pyramidal.
- Leaf Behavior: Deciduous.
- Summer Leaf Color: Dark-green.
- Fall (Autumn) Leaf Color: Light to dark-orange with hints of yellow.
- Growth Rate: Slow (1 to 1.7ft/year | 0.3 to 0.5m/year).
- Blooming Description: Ornamental. The hermaphrodite flowers which appear in May, are insect-pollinated.
- Blossom Color: Varies from tree to tree between Pink, light pink and white.
- Fruit Description: Small pome-fruits are around 3 centimetres (1.2 in) in diameter, ripen in autumn and fall to the ground. Color varies from green, yellow, golden, to rarely, orange or red. They have a tart or sour flavor and are not typically consumed fresh. However, they are valued for their culinary use in making jellies, jams, ciders, or brandy. Additionally, the fruits serve as a food source for wildlife, including birds.
- Seed Description: Small apple-like seeds.
- Bark Color: Light-brown.
- Wood: Apple wood, from trees 13-30 ft tall with a trunk diameter of 1 ft, is dense and heavy, with an average dried weight of 52 lbs/ft³. It has a specific gravity of .61 (basic) and .83 (12% MC), a Janka hardness of 1,730 lbf, and is known for its reddish-brown heartwood with streaks similar to Olive. The wood is non-durable for heartwood decay but works well for fine furniture, tool handles, and musical instruments despite being difficult to machine due to its density. Apple wood is seldom available in large sizes and is typically used for small specialty projects. It is not listed on the CITES Appendices or IUCN Red List, making it a sustainable choice.
- Cultivation: Full sun.
- Traditional Uses: The fruits are used for making jellies, jams, compots, preserves, ciders, or brandy.
- Alergenic Potential: Yes. Rare. Occurs through fruit consumption or polen inhalation by sensitive people.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

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INFORMATION SOURCES

1. Wikimedia Foundation.
2. Thermo Fisher Scientific
3. USDA | U.S. Department of Agriculture.
4. Seed Lot Germination Test carried out by our suppliers.

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