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Malus sargentii 'Candymint'

Also Known As

  • Candymint Flowering Crab
  • Sargent's Flowering Crab

Plant type

tree

size

  • H: 10'
  • W: 15'

planting zones

  • 4a-8b

Malus sargentii 'Candymint' plant details

Malus sargentii 'Candymint' is a broadleaf deciduous tree with purple foliage. In spring pink flowers emerge followed by purple fruit. Grows well with sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in acidic and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something pollution tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Malus sargentii 'Candymint'

Plant type: tree
Plant family: rosaceae
Foliage: deciduous purple
Mature size: 15 FT wide, 10 FT tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring
Uses: bonsai, container plant, fragrant, hedge, red stems, small tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Malus sargentii 'Candymint'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Profuse blooms, deep-carmine in bud opening to pink, outlined in red, cover this amazing 8-10'high x 15-18'wide shrub in spring: what a sight! followed by handsome purplish-green foliage ; deep purple fruits in fall. SUN/Med

Gardening facts about Malus sargentii 'Candymint' plant

How to Grow Malus sargentii 'Candymint'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • pollution tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • purple
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Fruit

    • purple
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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