{"product_id":"prairie-crabapple-malus-ioensis-apple-seeds","title":"Prairie Crabapple (Malus ioensis) Apple Seeds","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"807\" data-end=\"1128\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"807\" data-end=\"844\"\u003ePrairie Crabapple (Malus ioensis)\u003c\/strong\u003e is a hardy, native North American tree valued for its beautiful spring blossoms, attractive small fruits, and ecological importance. This deciduous tree produces clusters of fragrant pink-white flowers in spring, followed by small, reddish-yellow crabapples that persist into fall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1130\" data-end=\"1476\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"1134\" data-end=\"1155\"\u003ePrairie Crabapple\u003c\/strong\u003e is an excellent choice for gardeners seeking a low-maintenance, ornamental tree that supports pollinators, provides food for birds, and offers seasonal beauty from spring to autumn. 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