Grow a Living Piece of Apple History! Discover the wild ancestor of all modern apples with these Malus sieversii crabapple seeds! Native to Central Asia, this rare heirloom species produces small, flavorful yellow-red fruits and features charming white spring blossoms. A must-have for orchard conservationists, permaculturists, and apple enthusiasts looking to cultivate genetic diversity in their gardens. ? How to Grow Malus sieversii ? Planting Season: Cold stratify for 90 days (refrigerate in damp sand) before sowing. Start indoors late winter or direct sow in early spring after frost. ?? Light Requirements: Full sun (6+ hours daily) for optimal growth and fruiting. ? Watering Care: Water deeply weekly during first year – drought-tolerant once established. Mulch base to protect roots and retain moisture. ? Soil Fertilizer: Adapts to most soils (prefers well-draining loam). Light compost in spring – avoid high-nitrogen fertilizers. ? Growth Hardiness: Mature size: 15-25 ft tall – perfect for small orchards. Hardy in Zones 4-8 (tolerates -30F/-34C). Pollinator required – plant near other apple/crabapple varieties. ? Unique Features: Genetic goldmine – ancestor of all cultivated apples. Wildlife magnet – birds love the persistent winter fruit. Disease-resistant – stronger than many modern cultivars.