Malus 'Louisa'

Also Known As

Flowering Crabapple
Loiusa Weeping Crabapple
Louisa Weeping Flowering Crabapple

Plant type

tree, fruit / vegetable

size

H: 10'-15'
W: 10'-15'

planting zones

4a-8b

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Malus 'Louisa' plant details

Malus 'Louisa' is a slow-growing broadleaf deciduous fruit / vegetable or tree with green foliage. In spring pink flowers emerge. Attracts birds and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - bright shade and even moisture water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something pollution tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Malus 'Louisa'

Plant type: fruit / vegetable or tree
Plant family: rosaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 10 FT - 15 FT - wide, 10 FT - 15 FT - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring
Uses: cascading, winter interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Malus 'Louisa'

USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: pollution
Soil needs: acidic, gritty, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Shell-pink blossoms grace this lovely weeping crabapple in spring. The blooms are followed by 3/8" yellow fruits that have an attractive rose blush on them, the fruit persists in to winter and is loved by birds. The tree has excellent form to 12-15' and dark, glossy-green, disease-resistant foliage which turns yellow-orange in autumn; a beautiful landscape accent. Good for urban gardens as it withstands air pollution well. S/M