Malus John Downie fruit
Malus John Downie at Barcham Trees
Malus John Downie fruit

Malus (Crab Apple) 'John Downie'


Species:Malus John Downie
Common Name(s):Crab Apple
Genus:Malus
Seasons of Interest:Spring Interest,Autumn Interest
Tree Features:White Flower,Edible Fruit,Good for Bees
Mature Size:Small (under 10m)
Shape:Oval
Tree Type:Deciduous Broad Leaf
Tree uses:Small Gardens,Garden

Raised in 1875, this is thought by many to be the best fruiting crab.

Raised in 1875, this is thought by many to be the best fruiting crab.

It won the updated Award of Garden Merit from the Royal Horticultural Society in 2002.

A small tree with an irregular, oval crown, it makes a splendid tree for gardens with limited space.

The white flowers are followed by relatively large, conical orange-red fruits, which have a good flavour if required for preserves or jelly.

Like all crab apples, it thrives on most soils.

Mature height: 5-7m