The bark has a distinctive pinkish brown colour when young and as it matures

making it a useful pollinator for other apple trees if you are thinking of creating a small orchard in your garden

like most crab apples

but it can also be paired with other plants to create a stunning display

In the Autumn

Astilbe 'Ice Cream' Feijoa sellowiana The bark has a distinctiveIce Cream is a charming Astilbe cultivar that suits almost any outdoor space. Glossy dark green foliage gives way to upright stems bearing feathery plumes of sweet, pale pink flowers from June to August. These spikes of tiny flowers give off a cottage garden vibe and are well suited for flower beds and borders. Also known as False Goats Beard, Astilbe is an undemanding plant that requires very little maintenance to flourish. These outdoor plants