Product description
Malus 'White Star' was created by the British fruit enthusiast, Hugh Ermen. It is a vigorous, full hardy tree and is easy to grow. It is also disease resistant, giving you one less thing to worry about, especially pleasing to new or inexperienced gardeners!
This Crab Apple tree offers stunning profuse snowy-white star shaped flowers in spring. The flowers are beautifully contrasted by the copper-red young foliage that later turns to green in summer and finally to a purple hue in winter. The flowers are followed by golden crab apples that remain on the bare branches well into the winter season. These arching branches look wonderful, filled with golden-russet fruits when the rest of your garden is bare and lifeless.
Birds, bees and other pollinating insects are attracted to the fruits, bringing life, sound and movement into your sleeping garden.
Malus 'White Star' grows fairly quickly, with a pleasing upright spreading shape. It is fully hardy and will tolerate most soil types but prefers fertile, well drained soil. Plant in full sun or partial shade for best results. It will reach a height of 6m and a spread of 5m in a 20 year period.
Position your Malus 'White Star' where you can easily see it through a window in winter, when you have to remain indoors. It is sure to put a smile on your face with its glorious golden colour.
Crab Apple Tree
Malus 'White Star'
Malus 'White Star'
Product description
Malus 'White Star' was created by the British fruit enthusiast, Hugh Ermen. It is a vigorous, full hardy tree and is easy to grow. It is also disease resistant, giving you one less thing to worry about, especially pleasing to new or inexperienced gardeners!
This Crab Apple tree offers stunning profuse snowy-white star shaped flowers in spring. The flowers are beautifully contrasted by the copper-red young foliage that later turns to green in summer and finally to a purple hue in winter. The flowers are followed by golden crab apples that remain on the bare branches well into the winter season. These arching branches look wonderful, filled with golden-russet fruits when the rest of your garden is bare and lifeless.
Birds, bees and other pollinating insects are attracted to the fruits, bringing life, sound and movement into your sleeping garden.
Malus 'White Star' grows fairly quickly, with a pleasing upright spreading shape. It is fully hardy and will tolerate most soil types but prefers fertile, well drained soil. Plant in full sun or partial shade for best results. It will reach a height of 6m and a spread of 5m in a 20 year period.
Position your Malus 'White Star' where you can easily see it through a window in winter, when you have to remain indoors. It is sure to put a smile on your face with its glorious golden colour.
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Plant specs, care guide & tips
Key features
Specifications
When to plant
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Planting and period of interest times are general guidelines and may vary based on your location and conditions. For best results, consult local gardening resources.
Instructions
Top Tip
Feed Malus trees with a balanced fertiliser in early spring to support growth and flowering. Prune annually during winter to remove dead, damaged, or crossing branches and maintain an open shape, which improves air circulation and reduces disease risk. For fruiting varieties, thinning the fruitlets in early summer ensures larger, healthier fruits. Protect young trees from harsh winds and frost, as this can damage their growth and blooms.
How to Water
Water Malus trees deeply and regularly during their first year to help them establish a strong root system, especially during dry spells. Once established, they are relatively drought-tolerant but benefit from additional watering during prolonged dry periods or when fruit is forming. Water early in the morning or late in the evening to minimise evaporation and focus on the base of the tree to avoid wetting foliage, which can lead to fungal issues. Mulching helps retain soil moisture and keeps the tree healthy.
How to Plant
To plant Malus, select a sunny position with fertile, well-draining soil that is neutral to slightly acidic. Dig a hole twice the width of the root ball and the same depth, loosening the soil at the base to encourage root growth. Place the tree in the hole with the graft union above soil level and backfill gently, firming the soil to remove air pockets. Water thoroughly after planting and apply a layer of organic mulch around the base, keeping it clear of the trunk to prevent rot. Space trees appropriately to allow for their eventual size and shape.
