Malus x moerlandsii
Deciduous flowering tree. Violet Red spring blooms. Prefers well drained soil and full sun. Red crabapples mature in fall about 1/2 inch in diameter. Avoid spring pruning, can create some disease issues.
Photo courtesy of Toms Creek Nursery in Denton, NC (336) 857-2131
| Ornamental Characteristics |
| Category |
Trees, deciduous |
| Foliage Type |
green |
| Height |
15' - 30' |
| Spread |
20' - 35' |
| Shape |
Round tree-form |
| Primary foliage Color |
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| Seasonal foliage Color |
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| Flowering Season |
Spring |
| Flower Color |
Violet red
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| Berries |
red 1/2" diameter |
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| Environmental Characteristics |
| Growth Rate |
Moderate |
| Sun Preferences |
Full sun |
| Water Preferences |
Average to Moist: Prepare planting area for adequate drainage. Poor drainage results in root rot. |
| Cold Hardiness Zone |
4-8 |
