Yellow Siberian Crabapple (Malus × robusta 'Yellow Siberian') is a graceful heritage crabapple prized for its spectacular seasonal display. In spring, its branches are smothered in masses of white blossom emerging from soft pink buds, followed by clusters of glowing golden-yellow fruit that brighten the tree well into autumn. Associated with pioneering horticulturist N. E. Hansen, this hardy selection has been admired for generations as a feature tree. Its small, acidic fruit is also rich in pectin, making it ideal for traditional crabapple jelly and preserves.
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- Flowers: White, opening from soft pink buds; lightly fragrant; abundant in spring (October–November)
- Size: About 5–7 m high × 4–6 m wide
- Pollination: Self-pollinating; an excellent pollinator for many apples and crabapples.
- Uses: Ornamental, feature tree, jelly and preserves, pollinator tree, cut flower and fruit
- Attributes: Hardy, vigorous, cold tolerant
- Features: Masses of golden-yellow fruit; dark green deciduous foliage; attractive autumn colour; fruit often persists after leaf fall, providing winter interest
- Also known as: Malus baccata 'Yellow Siberian', Malus 'Argentea', Malus baccata flava, Malus 'Flava’
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References incl:
Fiala, J. L. (1994). Flowering crabapples: The genus Malus. Timber Press.
Royal Horticultural Society. (n.d.). Malus × robusta 'Yellow Siberian'.
Trees and Shrubs Online. (n.d.). Malus × robusta.
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