'John Downie' Crabapple Tree Pick yours:2 Year Old Tree in a 9L Pot The edges of the cup

The edges of the cup are gently frilled and slightly more open

The crab apples may appear until winter (if birds won't beat you to them) adding another season of interest

you’ll be rewarded with fresh

A newer variety with a super colour combination of rich purple and dark crimson flower heads on strong and sturdy stems - definitely one to try

'John Downie' Crabapple Tree Pick yours:2 Year Old Tree in a 9L Pot The edges of the cupThis is the tree to get you started on making those delicious crabapple jams The fruit has a plum like size, full of flavour and with high level of pectin making jams easy to set Alternatively you can leave the abundance of orange fruit for the pollinators, they will love it Springtime will bring delicate white flowers opening from pink buds Foliage will also bring some delight with its mid green colour turning into autumnal shades of orange, yellow