Crab Apples are small deciduous trees growing to 8m tall with white flowers that may be tinged with pink when they appear in late spring. Pollinated by bees. The fruits grow to 2.5cm across in the autumn and are sour to eat but make a delicious conserve. They are also good for wildlife with fruit remaining well into the winter. It can be pruned and chopped quite harshly if needed, in the winter.
 
 
Description
Malus sylvestris
Common name: Common Crab Apple.
Native: Europe and South-west Asia.
Provenance: Unknown
Size and spread (10 years): 5m x 3m
Soil conditions: All fertile soils.
Planting instructions: Preferably in an open sunny spot,  can be used as a hedgerow tree. Good for all wildlife.
Mature height: 8m x 5m