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Chestnut Edible Crab

Chestnut Edible Crab

Malus domestica 'Chestnut Crab'

Chestnut is a large, russeted, sweet and juicy edible crabapple with a rich, nutty like flavor that can be used for eating, sauce, preserves, and decorative purposes. It ripens late summer, early September.

Chestnut Edible Crab Pricing

Item # Description Price
66 Chestnut Edible Crab Apple on Dwarf (M26) root, Extra Large 5/8" up caliper grade $22.99 Add Add to Cart

Height

12-16 Feet

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Spread

10-15 Feet

USDA Hardiness Zone 4-8

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Malus domestica 'Chestnut Crab'
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips

Chestnut makes an excellent pollinizer for other early to mid-season bloomers. Medium vigor and slightly upright growth habit.

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A Little History about Chestnut Edible Crab

Chestnut Crabapple was bred and introduced from the University of Minnesota in 1949, so it is very hardy and excellent for colder climes.

Malus domestica 'Chestnut Crab' Characteristics & Attributes

Bloom Character
• Early blooming
• Excellent pollinizer
Disease Resistance
• Fire Blight Resistance
• Scab resistance
Fruit Characteristics
• Small fruited
Growth Rate/Habit
• Very productive
• Upright habit
• Average vigor
• Early to bear
Harvest Period
• Late summer
• Extended harvest
Other Attributes
• Sweet-tart
• Short shelf-life
• Somewhat spicy
Site Requirements
• Full Sun
• Frost Resistant
• Very hardy
Skill Required
• Average skill
Uses
• Canning or freezing
• High dessert quality
• Good for sauce