Bring American heritage to your garden with the Hewe’s Crabapple, a rare and historic apple variety prized since the 1700s for its exceptional cider-making qualities and ornamental value. Also known as the Virginia Crabapple, this small but mighty tree produces abundant clusters of petite, amber-blushed fruit with a rich, spicy flavor perfect for blending into hard cider and jellies or adding a punch to culinary recipes.
In spring, Hewe's Crabapple dazzles with fragrant white to pale pink blossoms that draw in pollinators and delight the senses. Its compact growth habit and hardy nature make it an excellent choice for smaller yards, orchards, or historical landscape designs.
Product Details:
Botanical Name:Malus domestica ‘Hewe's’
Common Name: Hewe’s Crabapple, Virginia Crabapple
Mature Size: 15–20 ft. tall x 15–20 ft. wide
Growth Rate: Moderate
Sunlight: Full sun
Soil: Well-drained, loamy soil preferred
Pollination: Self-sterile—requires another apple or crabapple nearby
Fruit Ripening: Late summer to early fall
Uses: Hard cider, preserves, ornamental, wildlife-friendly
Zones: 5–8
Sold As: 3–4 ft. tree in a 4"x4"x10" air-pruning pot
