Malus John Downie 1/2 Standard 10L Ornamental Crab Apple Tree
Add year-round beauty and seasonal interest to your garden with Malus John Downie, a classic crab apple tree loved for its spring blossom and vibrant autumn fruit. Grown in a half-standard form, it features a clear stem topped with a rounded canopyperfect for adding structure and elegance to lawns, borders, or smaller gardens.
Key Features
Botanical Name: Malus John Downie
Common Name: John Downie Crab Apple
Plant Type: Deciduous ornamental & fruiting tree
Form: Half-standard (clear stem with rounded head)
Flowering Period: April to May
Flower Colour: White flushed with soft pink
Fruit: Small oval crab apples, orange-red with yellow tones
Foliage: Mid-green turning golden yellow in autumn
Hardiness: Fully hardy (RHS H6)
Seasonal Interest
Spring: Abundant clusters of delicate white-pink blossom, attracting pollinators
Summer: Fresh green foliage provides structure and shade
Autumn: Striking orange-red fruits and golden foliage create a stunning display
Winter: Fruits often persist, adding colour and interest
Growing Conditions
Position: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Moist, well-drained, moderately fertile soil
Maintenance: Low to moderate; prune annually to maintain shape
Mature Size
Why Choose John Downie?
Produces beautiful ornamental fruit ideal for making crab apple jelly
Excellent for wildlife, attracting bees and pollinators
Disease-resistant and reliable performer
Half-standard form allows for easy underplanting and maintenance
Why Choose Keans Claremorris?
Trusted Irish garden centre with expert horticultural knowledge
Premium quality trees selected for Irish growing conditions
Friendly advice to help your garden thrive
Fast and reliable delivery across Ireland
Helping you create beautiful, structured outdoor spaces
Enhance your garden with Malus John Downiea stunning ornamental tree offering blossom, fruit, and seasonal colour all in one!
