This is our first year offering Siberian Crabapple. This tree has a wide range of uses, particularly for regions where very few other trees can survive. It has long been a favorite rootstock for Roger Joy, known for its effectiveness in top working—grafting other apple varieties onto more mature parts of the tree. This technique helps apple varieties establish themselves quickly with the assistance of the Siberian Crab’s hardy stock.

Fruit Characteristics

• Size & Uses: The fruit of the Siberian Crabapple is very small, but it can be used to make deep red jelly or blended into hard cider.

• Flavor: While the small fruit may not be for fresh eating, it has valuable uses in preserves and fermentation.

Hardiness & Growing Conditions

• Cold Hardy to below -50F, possibly even as cold as -60F—this makes it incredibly hardy, suitable for the coldest climates.

• Siberian Crab is a seedling of Dolgo, which is known to withstand extreme cold.

• Height: Trees are typically 2-3 feet tall.