{"product_id":"malus-evereste","title":"Malus 'Evereste' 1.75-2 m tall","description":"\u003cp\u003eBring blossom, colourful fruit and autumn interest to your garden with \u003cstrong\u003eEvereste Crab Apple (Malus 'Evereste')\u003c\/strong\u003e. This deciduous ornamental tree offers a changing display through the seasons, from delicate spring flowers to clusters of red-orange crab apples later in the year.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant it where you can enjoy the view from a window or beside a garden seating area. The spring blossom brings a soft, fresh look to the garden, while the small, brightly coloured fruits add detail as the season turns.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpring blossom and colourful crab apples\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePink buds open to white or very pale pink flowers in spring, attracting visiting pollinating insects. The flowers are followed by small red-orange fruits that stand out against the foliage and can remain on the branches into winter, depending on weather and bird activity. Autumn leaf colour adds another layer of seasonal interest before the leaves fall.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy choose Malus 'Evereste'?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeasonal variety:\u003c\/strong\u003e spring blossom, decorative fruits and autumn foliage in one tree.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollinator interest:\u003c\/strong\u003e open flowers provide a spring food source for visiting insects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrnamental fruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e red-orange crab apples bring colour to autumn planting schemes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKitchen potential:\u003c\/strong\u003e the fruits can be cooked to make crab apple jelly or preserves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile garden use:\u003c\/strong\u003e a focal point for lawns, mixed borders and wildlife-friendly gardens, allowing room for its mature canopy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePosition and planting\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose a sunny position for the best flowering and fruiting, although light partial shade is also suitable. Plant in reasonably fertile, well-drained soil that retains some moisture. Avoid ground that stays waterlogged, and allow enough space for the tree to develop rather than relying on regular hard pruning to restrict its size.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWater thoroughly after planting and during dry spells while establishing. A layer of mulch helps retain soil moisture; keep it clear of the trunk. Stake if needed for stability, and check ties regularly as the trunk grows.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare and seasonal enjoyment\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePruning is generally limited to removing dead, damaged or crossing branches and maintaining a balanced framework. Check for nesting birds before carrying out work. Leave some fruits for garden wildlife if you wish, or harvest them for cooking.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification note:\u003c\/strong\u003e supplied height, container size, rootstock and trained form are not currently stated in this listing. These details should be confirmed before choosing the tree for a restricted space.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stoneybrook Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57633043382647,"sku":null,"price":49.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/stoneybrooknursery.co.uk\/products\/malus-evereste","provider":"Stoneybrook Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}