Siberian Crabapple (Malus siberica) – Apple Seeds

Bring resilience and beauty to your garden with the Siberian Crabapple (Malus siberica).
These non-GMO, heirloom-quality apple seeds produce hardy, small trees admired for their showy spring blossoms and bright ornamental fruits.

Perfect for cold regions, Siberian Crabapple trees thrive in tough climates and make excellent choices for landscaping, wildlife attraction, and pollinator gardens.

Key Features

• Exceptionally cold-hardy ornamental apple species

• Produces small, colorful crabapples and fragrant white flowers

• Non-GMO and heirloom-quality seed stock

• Ideal for pollinator support and wildlife habitats

• Tolerant to frost, drought, and poor soil conditions

• Excellent rootstock for grafting other apple varieties

• Low maintenance and long-living tree

• Great for northern, temperate, and mountain gardens

Specifications

• Common Name: Siberian Crabapple

• Scientific Name: Malus siberica

• Seed Type: Non-GMO, Heirloom

• Plant Type: Deciduous Tree

• Season: Spring (sowing), Fall (blooming)

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3–8

• Soil Type: Well-drained loam, clay, or sandy soil

• Sun Exposure: Full Sun

• Germination Time: 3–6 weeks (requires cold stratification)

• Maturity Period: 4–6 years for full tree development

• Water Needs: Moderate; prefers consistent moisture

• Spacing: 12–20 feet apart

• Temperature Range: Withstands -40°F (-40°C)

• Growth Height: 15–25 feet tall

• Heirloom: Yes

• GMO Status: 100% Non-GMO

• Perennial or Annual: Perennial

• Recommended For: Landscaping, Pollinator Gardens, Windbreaks, Ornamental Borders

Planting Guide

• Stratification: Store seeds in moist medium at 35–40°F (2–4°C) for 8–10 weeks before planting.

• Soil Preparation: Choose well-drained soil with balanced organic content.

• Sowing Depth: Sow seeds ½ inch deep; lightly cover with soil.

• Watering: Keep soil evenly moist during germination.

• Sunlight: Place in full sunlight for optimal growth.

• Transplanting: Move seedlings outdoors when 4–6 inches tall after last frost.

• Pruning: Prune lightly during dormant season to maintain structure.

• Bloom & Fruit: Flowers in spring; small fruits ripen in late summer to autumn.