Whitney Crabapple Tree

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A.R. Whitney of Whitney Nursery first grew this crabapple from seed in 1865 and it is one of the only crabapples one can eat off the tree. It is prized for its cold hardiness, dise ase resistance, and heat tolerance. The Whitney is a small-medium (though large for a crabapple) yellow base skin with a lovely red blush. Its flesh is creamy yellow and juicy. It can be eaten off the tree with an astringent bite and tart finish. Typical uses include baking, cider, and pollination for other early apple tree. The pink-white blooms open for an extended period of time that helps to pollinate trees in numerous bloom groups. It is also famous for its disease resistance. It has good resistance to Cedar apple rust, and fire blight. It is, however, susceptible to Apple Scab. USDA Zone: 3-9 Mature Heights: G.11 ~11-13' tall at Maturity; Dwarf Ships Spring 2026 M.7 ~15-17' tall at Maturity; Semi-Dwarf Ships Spring 2026 Sun: Full Sun Bloom Group: 2, Early Mid Season Ripening Time: Late August- Early September Pollination: Tree is self-fertile Show more