Crabapple and Persian silk tree are often considered for the same spot in the garden (specimen, flowers, pollinator friendly). The data below shows where they differ: size, hardiness, care, toxicity and price.
Malus Ornamental Group 4 m × 3 m after 10 years
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Persian silk tree grows faster than Crabapple.
Crabapple is hardier: down to -34 °C, against -20 °C for Persian silk tree.
Persian silk tree tolerates drought better than Crabapple.
Persian silk tree needs less water than Crabapple.
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Feature
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Crabapple
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Persian silk tree
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|---|---|---|
| Group | Small tree | Small tree |
| Size after 10 years | 4 m × 3 m | 5 m × 4 m |
| Ultimate size | 2–9 m × 1–9 m | 6–12 m × 6–15 m |
| Growth rate | Medium | Fast |
| Light | Full sun | Full sun |
| Soil | Average garden soil, Clay, Sandy, Calcareous, Acidic | Average garden soil, Sandy, Clay, Calcareous, Acidic |
| Hardiness | down to -34 °C (USDA 4, RHS H7) | down to -20 °C (USDA 6, RHS H6) |
| Foliage | Deciduous | Deciduous |
| Flowering | April–May, white, pink, red | June–September, pink |
| Water need | Medium | Low |
| Drought tolerance | Medium | High |
| Maintenance | Medium | Medium |
| Planting distance | 500 cm | 600 cm |
| For dogs | Toxic (uncertain) | Toxic (uncertain) |
| For cats | Toxic (uncertain) | no data |
| For children | Non-toxic (uncertain) | no data |
| Typical price | approx. HUF 10,000 | approx. HUF 8,800 |
Prices are rounded, indicative values. Toxicity data is for information only. If your pet or child has eaten a plant, contact a vet or a doctor. Data updated: October 13, 2026
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