An attractive, native British Tree, the Crab Apple Tree (Malus sylvestris) is an important tree of native woodland and hedgerows.  This tree also forms the basis of most apple fruit tree varieties,  The crab apples, themselves are sour tasting, although edible.  Ideal for wine making.  In addition, the wood is used in turnery and inlay work and what is more the wood makes an excellent firewood.  Ideal for providing a self-sufficient supply of firewood. 

Woodland Design Principles

Typically, Crab Apple is planted in groups of between 10 and 25 trees.  This number of trees is ideal for creating a wildlife habitat and a meaningful source of food and shelter.  Spacing may vary between 1m (3ft 4in) and 5m (16ft 8in).  The aim is to mimic what nature intended and thus avoid artificial lines.  Blending of one species into another is suggested although bearing in mind different growth rates.  Crab apple is a key native tree species and along with the many other native, British tree and shrub species we sell will form part of an attractive native woodland.

Rabbit  and Deer Protection

We offer a range of tree shelters that will protect your trees against possible attack.  Click on this Tree Protection Link and it will take you to all of these products. 

Benefits of using our plug plant trees

Our trees are sold as plug plants, in other words the roots are encased in compost. This means that planting can be carried out at any time of the year, provided they are watered in periods of drought, compared to bare-root plants which can only be planted during the plants normal dormant period (November to March).  All of these trees are UK grown, which is important for successful establishment.