There are around 50 species of Malus (apples) worldwide. Most hail from Kyrgyzstan but four sub-species can be found in the United States. The USDA has listed some of these on the endangered plants list. Crabapple refers to any species of Malus which produce fruit of less than 2" in diameter. Glenstone's largest planting of non-native pink-flowering crabapples is a group of, Malus 'Adams' around the Gallery loading dock, though some white-flowered crabapples also bloom nearby. These trees were installed when the Galley was constructed, before Glenstone adopted its emphasis on native plants and landscaping. These large ornamental trees can grow 20' tall and 25' wide, producing mass displays of deep pink flowers which newly emerging pollinators flock to for their rich floral rewards. In the fall and winter, thousands of small apples will hang on the tree, to the delight of our overwintering song and game birds.

–Tim Curley