25 Golden Hornet Crabapple Seeds - Ornamental Tree with Yellow Fruit
$27.40
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25 Golden Hornet Crabapple Seeds - Ornamental Tree with Yellow Fruit
$27.40
Golden Hornet Crabapple is a beautiful ornamental tree prized for its profusion of spring blossoms and abundant golden-yellow fruit in autumn. This deciduous tree adds year-round interest to gardens, landscapes, and wildlife plantings. The small, colorful apples persist into winter, attracting birds and providing visual appeal even after leaf drop.
Golden Hornet Crabapple is an excellent choice for specimen planting, mixed borders, or as a pollinator for other apple trees. Its compact size makes it suitable for smaller gardens, and its tolerance of various soil types ensures easy establishment.
Plant Features
- Abundant spring blossoms in white to pale pink
- Golden-yellow fruit that persists into winter
- Attracts birds and pollinators
- Compact ornamental tree suitable for small landscapes
- Deciduous foliage with good autumn color
Growing Information
- Botanical Name: Malus 'Golden Hornet'
- Plant Type: Deciduous ornamental tree
- Sunlight: Full sun
- Soil: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil
- Water Requirements: Moderate; water regularly during establishment
- Growth Habit: Upright, spreading canopy
- USDA Hardiness Zones: 4-8
- Bloom Season: Spring
- Mature Height: 15-20 feet
- Spacing: 15-20 feet apart
Planting & Care
To grow Golden Hornet Crabapple from seed, start seeds indoors in late winter after a period of cold stratification. Sow seeds in a well-draining seed-starting mix, barely covering them with soil. Keep the medium consistently moist but not waterlogged, and maintain a temperature around 70°F (21°C). Germination can be slow and uneven, so patience is required.
Once seedlings have developed several true leaves, transplant them into individual pots and grow them on in a bright, sunny location. Acclimate young plants gradually before planting outdoors in a permanent site with full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the first growing season to help establish a strong root system. Prune as needed to maintain shape and remove dead or crossing branches.
What's Included
25 Golden Hornet Crabapple seeds.