Malus 'GOLDEN HORNET' crabapple
size/type
medium-sized tree,medium-sized tree
usual height
5-8m
usual width
5-8m
leaves
deciduous broadleaf
colour of leaves
flowers
showy
colour of flowers
blooming time
May
location
full sun
USDA zone (lowest)
5 (down to -29°C)
winter protection
for zone 5+6
for zone 7
categorized
Description of the plant:
Golden Hornet is a well known crabapple variety with rich butter yellow fruit. It produces masses of slightly fragrant, white blossoms opening from pink buds in May, which are followed by spherical, bright yellow, glossy fruit which is in fact tiny apples that can be eaten if you like somewhat astringent taste. The amount of the fruit makes the upright branches bend and new branches grow upright again. This way the canopy changes its shape to almost rounded with age. Leaves are deciduous, broadly ovate, glossy, and rich green. Pruning, if needed, should be done in midwinter or after flowering. Apple and crabapple trees will grow in most soils but do best in well-drained but evenly moist, fertile soil. When planting it, make sure the root-ball is well soaked with water. Newly transplanted trees need good support for 2-3 years. Fully hardy to about -29°C (USDA zone 5).
Last update 03-03-2017
