{"id":4601,"date":"2023-04-04T18:46:23","date_gmt":"2023-04-04T17:46:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.branchthetree.com\/?p=4601"},"modified":"2023-04-04T18:46:23","modified_gmt":"2023-04-04T17:46:23","slug":"how-to-identify-crab-apple-tree","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.branchthetree.com\/how-to-identify-crab-apple-tree\/","title":{"rendered":"How to identify crab apple tree?"},"content":{"rendered":"

The crab apple tree is a small, deciduous tree that is native to North America. The tree typically reaches a height of 20 to 30 feet and has a spread of 15 to 20 feet. The tree has a dense, rounded canopy and produces small, white flowers in the spring. The flowers are followed by small, red apples that are 1 to 2 inches in diameter. The apples are not edible by humans but are relished by birds and other wildlife.<\/p>\n

The easiest way to identify a crab apple tree is by its small, tart apples. Crab apples are much smaller than regular apples, and usually have a much more sour flavor. The tree itself may also be smaller than a regular apple tree, and its leaves will usually be a bit more round.<\/p>\n

How do I know if my tree is a crabapple tree? <\/h2>\n

The main difference between an apple and a crabapple is the size of the fruit. A crabapple is a tree that produces fruit that are 2 inches or less in diameter. An apple tree produces fruit that are larger than 2 inches in diameter.<\/p>\n

The Crab apple can be easily mistaken for other varieties of apple that have been planted or have escaped. It can be distinguished by its small, finely toothed, oval leaves, and small, yellow-green fruits. Orchard varieties tend to have larger fruits and pinker flowers.<\/p>\n

What is a crabapple tree look like <\/h3>\n