cross-posted from: https://lemmy.perthchat.org/post/269815
ppl would eat crab apples from trees. In retrospect, a lot of urban soil is excessively high in lead. But it’s maybe possible to just plant some apple trees and they’ll eventually provide some food security.
Also would make those empty lots into more park like structures
Why crab apples? They’re small and don’t taste very good unless cooked. It’s food security only in the very loosest sense of the word. Asian pears are easy to grow and very tasty. Wash 'em off and you’re good to go.
Depends on the area, it’s always better to plant something native to your area. If crab apples are native to where you are planting, go for it.
Why crab apples? I have a crab apple tree and make jelly every year, but I can’t give the stuff away. Lots of tannins.
