Chestnut Edible Crab

Malus domestica 'Chestnut Crab'

Chestnut is a large, russeted, sweet and juicy edible crabapple with a rich, nutty like flavor that can be used for eating, sauce, preserves, and decorative purposes. It ripens late summer, early September.

Height 12-16 Feet

Spread 10-15 Feet

USDA Hardiness Zone 4-8

Malus domestica 'Chestnut Crab' Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips Chestnut makes an excellent pollinizer for other early to mid-season bloomers. Medium vigor and slightly upright growth habit.

A Little History about Chestnut Edible Crab Chestnut Crabapple was bred and introduced from the University of Minnesota in 1949, so it is very hardy and excellent for colder climes.

Malus domestica 'Chestnut Crab' Characteristics & Attributes

Bloom Character • Early blooming • Excellent pollinizer	Disease Resistance • Fire Blight Resistance • Scab resistance	Fruit Characteristics • Small fruited	Growth Rate/Habit • Upright habit • Average vigor • Early to bear • Very productive
Harvest Period • Late summer • Extended harvest	Other Attributes • Short shelf-life • Somewhat spicy • Sweet-tart	Site Requirements • Very hardy • Full Sun • Frost Resistant	Skill Required • Average skill
Uses • High dessert quality • Good for sauce • Canning or freezing