Crab Apple ‘Coccinella’

If you’re bored of seeing the same old colours on crab apple trees year-on-year – read on! This exciting new variety boasts deep pink-red flowers rather than the standard pink as on ornamental cherries, together with burgundy leaves and dark red branches for an exquisite display throughout summer. Apples begin to emerge on long stalks in a glossy shade of crimson-red, lasting well into winter. Malus ‘Coccinella’ requires little or no maintenance, making this tree ideal for those who struggle to find time to tend to their garden, but wish to mirror those that do! Height: 5m (16′). Spread: 3m (10′).

Culinary note: Some parts of these flowers are edible. For more details about edible flowers click here.

Generally crab apples are too tart to eat raw, but their apple flavour becomes intense when cooked. Cab apples have high pectin content great for jam and jellies, and are a perfect ingredient for chutneys.

Plant height and spread is seasonal therefore we list by pot size rather than a defined plant size. The height and spread of the plant delivered will vary depending on the season, meaning arrival images are an indication only.