How big does Crab apple 'Evereste' grow?

About 5 m × 3 m after ten years (height × width).

What soil does Crab apple 'Evereste' grow in?

It tolerates these soils: average garden soil, clay, sandy, calcareous, acidic.

Is Crab apple 'Evereste' hardy?

Hardy down to -25 °C (USDA zone 5, RHS H7). In the colder parts of the country (Podlaskie Voivodeship) it may not survive winter without protection.

How far from the house should Crab apple 'Evereste' be planted?

Plant it at least 4 m from buildings. Keep it at least 1.5 m from paving.

When does Crab apple 'Evereste' flower?

Flowering: April–May, white, pink.

How much water does Crab apple 'Evereste' need?

Water need: medium. Drought tolerance: medium.

Crab apple 'Evereste'

Malus 'Evereste'

Crab apple 'Evereste' (Malus 'Evereste') is a small tree that reaches 5 m × 3 m after ten years. Light: full sun, part shade. Hardy down to -25 °C. Drought tolerance: medium.

Illustration of Crab apple 'Evereste' — An illustration of the typical shape of the mature plant, not a photo.

What it's good for, and what it isn't

'Evereste' is a small flowering tree with abundant spring blossom and colourful little apples that often remain on the branches into winter. Give it a sunny position with good drainage, and water it while establishing and during prolonged drought. Allow room for the widening crown, and check the rootstock because it influences the eventual size.

Watch out for

Usually a healthy cultivar with good resistance to scab and powdery mildew, but not completely disease-free. Aphids, codling moth and fire blight can affect it in Central Europe; sudden browning and death of flowers or shoots warrant investigation. Avoid waterlogged soil, and provide water during prolonged summer drought.

Key facts

Light: Full sun, Part shade
Water need: Medium
Care: Low
Size after 10 years: 5 m × 3 m
Hardiness: down to -25 °C
Foliage: Deciduous
Flowering: J F M A M J J A S O N D April–May, white, pink

All details

Group	Small tree
Light	Full sun, Part shade
Size after 10 years	5 m × 3 m
Ultimate size	5–8 m × 4–6 m
Hardiness	down to -25 °C (USDA 5, RHS H7)
Soil	Average garden soil, Clay, Sandy, Calcareous, Acidic
Foliage	Deciduous
Flowering	April–May, white, pink
Harvest	September–October
Water need	Medium
Drought tolerance	Medium
Maintenance	Low
Root aggressiveness	Low
Suckering	no
Spreading	Low
Distance from buildings	at least 4 m
Distance from paving	at least 1.5 m
Litter	Fruit, Leaves
Planting distance	500 cm
For dogs	Toxic (uncertain)
For cats	Toxic (uncertain)
For children	Toxic (uncertain)
Typical price	no data

Toxicity data is for information only. If your pet or child has eaten a plant, contact a vet or a doctor.

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Data updated: October 17, 2026 · How our data is made

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