Malus 'John Downie' (John Downie Crab Apple) thorny shrub Perfect for beginners and experienced

Perfect for beginners and experienced gardeners alike

preferring well-drained soil and a sunny to partly shaded position

making it a versatile choice for a range of garden conditions

or as an ornamental feature

It is self-fertile and reliable

Malus 'John Downie' (John Downie Crab Apple) thorny shrub Perfect for beginners and experiencedMalus 'John Downie', commonly known as the John Downie Crab Apple, is a highly ornamental deciduous tree prized for its profusion of fragrant white blossoms in spring and its abundant crop of large, orange red crab apples in autumn. The glossy green foliage forms a dense, attractive canopy throughout the growing season before turning warm shades of yellow in autumn. The colourful fruit persists well into winter, providing long lasting ornamental