Redbud Crabapple
Malus x sieboldii 'Calocarpa'
SKU
03058
Bright red buds develop into masses of fragrant, snow-white flowers in early spring. Bright green, highly disease-resistant foliage clothes the stems until the glossy red fruit forms in fall. A beautiful landscape specimen. Produces small, tart apples excellent for jellies.
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Full sun
Best with regular watering for fruit production; as landscape tree only requires less water.
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| Botanical Pronunciation | MAL-us see-BOLD-ee-eye |
|---|---|
| Average Size at Maturity | Spreading tree with a rounded top 20 ft. tall, 24 ft.wide. |
| Bloom Time | Spring |
| Design Ideas | A small stature tree for a variety of landscape areas. Place as a single specimen or an accent in mixed beds. Create an allée with two rows on a back lawn area leading to a forest, natural area or secret garden. Great addition to a kitchen or herb garden. |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Flower Attribute | Fragrant, Showy Flowers |
| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Garden Style | Cottage |
| Growth Habit | Round |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Landscape Use | Specimen |
| Light Needs | Full sun |
| Soil Needs | Tree & Shrub Food |
| Special Feature | Attracts Butterflies, Edible, Fall Color, Improved Disease Resistance, Improved Pest and Disease Resistance, Showy Fruit, Bird Friendly |
| Water Needs | Moderate |
| Watering Needs | Best with regular watering for fruit production; as landscape tree only requires less water. |
Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Watering can be reduced after establishment. Prune for shape and structure after flowering.
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This Plant's Growing Zones: 4 - 8
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