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John Downie

One of the most popular crab apple for jelly making. It produces an orange coloured jelly.

Origin: England UK,

Pollination: John Downie is self-fertile and a pollinator is not necessary for producing a crop.Find pollination partners >

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John Downie apple trees for sale

1-year maiden trees

These are the most versatile choice for home orchards, community fruit tree projects, and for training on in any form you require.

FormRootstockPriceQuantity
MaidenM9Dwarfing £25.00
MaidenM26Semi-dwarfing £25.00
< 5 in stock
MaidenMM106Semi-vigorous £25.00
< 5 in stock

If you do not see the rootstock you require it is likely we can graft a tree especially for you - click here for more details of our custom-grafting service.

Pre-trained trees

These trees have already had some formative training in the nursery.

FormRootstockPriceQuantity
Espalier (1 tier)MM106Semi-vigorous £39.50
< 5 in stock

Orders placed now will be delivered in the winter 2025/26 planting season.

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History and description of John Downie

Malus John Downie is the most popular crab apple for jelly making. It produces pretty white blossom in April/May and orange and red crab apples in October.

Characteristics of John Downie apple trees

UseCulinary
ColourOrange
Flavour
Fruit sizeSmall
Picking time
Season of useOct
Tree vigourModerate
Tree habit
Fruit-bearing
Cropping
Suitable forNorthern Britain
Northern Britain
Special featuresAttractive Blossom
Good Pollinator
Pollination date0
Pollination group
Self-fertilitySelf-fertile
PollinatorsPollination partners
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