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Golden Hornet Crab Apple
A decorative crab apple with bright yellow fruits that persist into winter, providing wildlife food. Its white spring blossoms and compact size make it great for small gardens.
Basic Information
Species:
Crab Apple
Variety:
Golden Hornet
Scientific Name:
Malus 'Golden Hornet'
Cramond Trees Location
Related Tree Tags:
02, 24, 27
Location:
Cramond House 2, 24, 27
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More about the Tree
Uses and Benefits:
Primarily grown for its ornamental value—white spring blossoms and persistent golden-yellow fruit that lasts into winter, feeding birds. The small, tart apples can be used in jellies. The wood is hard and occasionally used for tool handles.
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Fun facts:
Fruits cling all winter, earning it the nickname "nature's bird feeder".
The tiny apples make brilliant pink jelly.
A favorite of flower arrangers for its long-lasting branches.
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