Malus tschonoskii – Flowering Crab

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Malus tschonoskii – Flowering Crab

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A type that occurs in the wild in Japan, used more for its decorative leaves than for the flowers or fruit. Grows vertically with a straight main trunk. The winter buds are a remarkable brownish-red colour and glossy. In the spring the young leaves emerge almost white. Once they are fully grown only the underside remains a remarkable light grey. The leaves are rough and slightly lobed. No other ornamental apple tree has such exceptional autumnal colours as this. With its many shades, from purple and copper through orange to yellow, the tree is a real eye-catcher in the autumn. The (fragrant) flowers and the fruits are much less spectacular than those of the other ornamental apple trees. It grows best on nutritious soil that is not too dry: it has shallow roots with a vigorous root system. Sensitive to various diseases, which means that this tree is unfortunately little used.
Our trees can only be planted when they don't have any leaves. Due to the this we will start delivering again from November 2025.
Availability
Clear stem (1)
Specifications
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Height
8 - 10 (12) m
Width
4-5m
Crown
broad pyramidal to ovoid, half-open crown
Bark and branches
hairless, dark brown
Leaf
oval to elliptical, felt-like grey-green, 7 - 11 cm
Autumn colour
yellow, orange, red, purple
Flowers
white, Ø 3 - 4 cm, not ver♂ remarkable, May
Fruits
few, yellowish-brown, Ø 2 - 3 cm
Spines/thorns
None
Toxicity
usually not toxic to people, (large) pets and livestock
Soil type
nutritious, well drained soil
Paving
tolerates paving
Winter hardiness zone
6a (-23,3 to -20,6 °C)
Wind resistance
good, susceptible to sea wind
Other resistances
resistant to frost (WH 1 - 6), can withstand wind
Fauna tree
valuable for bees (honey plant), provides food for birds
Application
industrial areas
Shape
clearstem tree, multi-stem treem
Origin
Japan
Clear stem tree Multi-stem tree acid soil calcareous soil clay soil loamy soil sandy soil tolerates paving resistant to frost (WH 1 - 6) can withstand wind broad conical 2nd size, between 6 and 12 metres half-open crown green greygreen white average growing Attractive autumn colour valuable for bees (honey plant) provides food for birds non-toxic (usually)
Frequently asked questions
Malus tschonoskii

Malus tschonoskii can eventually reach a height of 8 - 10 (12) m, depending on the site and climate conditions.

Malus tschonoskii is average growing and can eventually reach a height of 8 - 10 (12) m, depending on the site and climate conditions.

The leaves of Malus tschonoskii turn yellow, orange, red, purple in autumn.

The right time to plant Malus tschonoskii is during the dormancy period. In Western Europe, Malus tschonoskii with root balls can generally be planted from mid-November to late April, although this depends strongly on the climatic conditions and the species of tree.

Malus tschonoskii blooms in may.
General

Yes, we deliver to the UK. Delivery costs depend on the region and the total order value. Below, you’ll find all the details.

Delivery charges for private customers are calculated based on your region and are visible during the checkout process. We also offer discounts based on the total value of your order:

  • Orders over £1,000: Receive a 50% discount on delivery costs.
  • Orders over £2,000: Delivery is completely free.

Yes, for trees with a size of 50-60 cm girth or larger, additional delivery charges apply due to the need for specialised transport. These costs will be calculated separately and shared with you after your order is placed. We will contact you to discuss the transport options and costs.

Once you add items to your basket and proceed to the checkout, the system will calculate the delivery charges for your region. If your order qualifies for any discounts, they will automatically be applied.

For any questions or specific delivery requests, feel free to contact our customer service team. We’re happy to help arrange the best delivery solution for your order.