The Crabapple, Red Splendor : Malus sp. ‘Red Splendor’

A variable seed propagated strain of crabapple reaching 15 to 25 feet in height and width, variable fruit size, foliage green to red in color. Excellent wildlife plant.

Photo of the Crabapple, Dolgo Malus Dolgo

has very large dark purple fruit that is packed with flavor as crabs go.  These apples make great jellies and some add the juice to ciders as a secret ingredient.  Fruit is easy for wildlife to get to as this crab will drop its fruit.