Crabapple - Harvest Gold

Directions for Planting and Care

Planting and caring for your Crabapple – Harvest Gold is easy and straightforward, allowing you to enjoy its stunning beauty year-round with minimal effort.

Planting

Select the Right Location: Choose a sunny spot in your garden as the Harvest Gold Crabapple thrives in full sun. This ensures it produces vibrant white blooms in spring and bright golden-yellow fruit in winter.

Prepare the Soil: This tree prefers well-drained, loamy soil but can adapt to a variety of conditions. For best results, ensure the soil is slightly acidic and amend heavy or clay-like soil with compost to improve drainage.

Dig a Proper Hole: Dig a hole that is at least twice as wide as the root ball and of the same depth. This allows the roots to spread and establish themselves comfortably.

Plant the Tree: Gently remove the tree from its container and place it in the center of the hole, ensuring the top of the root ball is level with the surrounding soil. Backfill with soil, packing it down lightly to eliminate any air pockets.

Water Thoroughly: After planting, give the tree a deep watering to settle the soil and ensure the roots are well-hydrated.

Care

Regular Watering: During the first year, water the Harvest Gold Crabapple deeply and regularly, especially during the hot months of summer and spring. Once established, the tree is drought-tolerant and requires minimal watering.

Pruning: Prune your tree in late winter or early spring to remove dead or damaged branches. Pruning also helps maintain a tidy shape and encourages strong spring blooms.

Fertilization: Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring to support healthy growth and abundant fruit production. Avoid high-nitrogen fertilizers, as they may result in excessive foliage growth.

The Harvest Gold Crabapple is a remarkable ornamental tree, offering year-round beauty with its white spring blossoms, golden-yellow fruit, and vibrant fall foliage. Its exceptional disease resistance and low-maintenance nature make it an ideal addition to any garden or landscape.