Here is one of those trees which can be grown just because you like the colors it brings out in the fall or you may actually want to eat the fruit. Since you we have already featured how to grow ligonberries and how to grow plouts in previous posts. I thought to myself, what the heck why not take a look at how to grow crabapple trees too.
Well, before we proceed it is very important that you are aware that there are indeed many crabapple varieties available for you to plant in your backyard. Think of it is a tiny apple, but with a more sour taste but choke full of natural pectin. It is not advised that you enjoy them raw, but hey to each his own. Who am I to tell you to cook them first before eating them. Tee hee heee.
Here’s What You’ll Need:
- crabapple seeds---------------------- Advertisement ----------------------or young trees
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- containers
- peat free compost
- horticultural grit
- watering can
- tree wrapper
- mulch
There are a few different ways to get your trees started. Obviously the seed germination route will take a little longer than just buying a young tree from your local nursery. With the seeds, you can choose to let them germinate over a few months in your freezer, or you can be more adventurous and direct sow them into the ground.
Just make sure that when you eventually plant your tree, it is in an area that gets full sun and has well drained soil. It is recommended that you water your tree weekly during the first year, and also apply a layer of mulch to conserve water. Pruning is not necessary, although you should always remove any dead matter from your tree.
You can get detailed step by step instructions on Wiki How, here…
You can watch the video below on How to Plant Crabapple Trees : Fall & Winter Gardening Tips…
You can watch the video below on How to Prune a Crabapple Tree…
You can watch the video below on Selecting a Crabapple Tree…
