Crab Apple John Downie
Malus 'John Downie'
Price comparison:
£14.99 – £292.50
From 6 UK retailers
A rewarding tree for UK gardens, Crab Apple John Downie grows to about 4m in full sun. Enjoy blooms from April and May. Provides food and shelter for garden birds.
Sun
☀️ Full Sun
Water
💧💧 Moderate
Hardiness
🌡️ H6 (Hardy)
Size
📏 4.0m tall × 4.0m wide
Flowers
🌸 apr,may
Wildlife
🐝 Pollinator-friendly, fruit for birds
Compare Prices
Prices from 6 retailers across 2 sizes
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Prices last checked: 2 Apr 2026
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Retailers shown in order of price — lowest first within each size group.
| Hillier £5.99 standard delivery | £64.99 | 12L | View at HillierOpens product page · Affiliate info |
| Ornamental Trees Delivery charge varies by tree size and distance | £70.00 | 12L | View at Ornamental TreesOpens product page · Affiliate info |
Ornamental Trees
Delivery charge varies by tree size and distance
Size: 12L
| Van Meuwen £5.99 standard delivery | £14.99 | bare root | View at Van MeuwenOpens product page · Affiliate info |
| Thompson & Morgan £6.99 for plants, £2.99 seeds only. Free over £60 | £14.99 | bare root | View at Thompson & MorganOpens product page · Affiliate info |
| Crocus £5.99 flat rate per order | £21.59 | bare root | View at CrocusOpens product page · Affiliate info |
| Paramount Plants Variable by postcode — calculated at checkout. Free to EN postcodes | £292.50 | bare root | View at Paramount PlantsOpens product page · Affiliate info |
Van Meuwen
£5.99 standard delivery
Size: bare root
Thompson & Morgan
£6.99 for plants, £2.99 seeds only. Free over £60
Size: bare root
Crocus
£5.99 flat rate per order
Size: bare root
Paramount Plants
Variable by postcode — calculated at checkout. Free to EN postcodes
Size: bare root
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Prices last checked: 2 Apr 2026
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Plant Information
About this plant
A rewarding tree for UK gardens, Crab Apple John Downie grows to about 4m in full sun. Enjoy blooms from April and May. Provides food and shelter for garden birds.
Latin Name
Malus 'John Downie'
Family
Hardiness Zone
H6
Care Level
moderate
Sun Exposure
full-sun
Water Needs
moderate
Flowering Season
apr,may
Mature Height
4.0m
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Crab Apple John Downie cost in the UK?
Crab Apple John Downie prices in the UK range from £14.99 to £292.50 depending on pot size and retailer. The cheapest price is currently at Van Meuwen at £14.99. Prices are checked nightly across 6 UK nurseries.
Where can I buy Crab Apple John Downie online in the UK?
You can buy Crab Apple John Downie from 6 UK nurseries including Van Meuwen, Thompson & Morgan, Hillier. ComparePlants.uk compares prices across all of them so you can find the best deal.
What is the scientific name for Crab Apple John Downie?
The scientific name for Crab Apple John Downie is Malus 'John Downie'.
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