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Malus fusca
Also Known As
- Pyrus fusca
- Oregon Crabapple
- Pacific Crabapple
- Western Crabapple
Plant type
tree, shrub
size
- H: 40'
- W: 30'
planting zones
- 6a-9b
Malus fusca plant details
Malus fusca is a broadleaf deciduous shrub or tree with green foliage. In spring pink and white flowers emerge followed by red and yellow fruit. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and birds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Malus fusca
- Plant type: shrub or tree
- Plant family: rosaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 30 FT wide, 40 FT tall
- Flowers: pink and white blooms in spring
- Uses: almond-scented, bonsai, container plant, native plant, small tree, street tree
GROWING CONDITIONS for Malus fusca
- USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: regular
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Forestfarm
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How to Grow Malus fusca
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
- pink
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- birds
- bees
Fruit
- red
- yellow
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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Scientific Name: Malus 'Coralcole'
aka Malus 'Coralburst Sprout-Free', Malus Coralburst®, Coralburst Ornamental Crabapple, Coralburst® Crabapple, Coralburst® Crabapple, Coralburst® Sprout-Free® Ornamental Apple
Plant Type
Tree
Zones
4a-8b
Size
Height: 10'-15'
Width: 10'-15'
- sun - mostly shade
- regular - drought tolerant
Scientific Name: Malus 'Schmidtcutleaf'
aka Malus 'Golden Raindrops', Malus 'Golden Raindrops'®, Malus transitoria 'Golden Raindrops', Golden Raindrops Flowering Crabapple, Golden Raindrops Ornamental Crabapple
Plant Type
Tree, Fruit / Vegetable
Zones
4a-8b
Size
Height: 20'
Width: 15'-20'
- sun - bright shade
- drought tolerant
Scientific Name: Malus domestica 'Golden Sentinel'
aka Malus 'Golden Sentinel', Golden Sentinel Pole Apple
Plant Type
Tree, Fruit / Vegetable
Zones
4a-8b
Size
Height: 10'-12'
Width: 2'-3'
- sun
- regular
Scientific Name: Malus domestica 'Northpole'
aka Malus 'Northpole'
Plant Type
Tree, Fruit / Vegetable
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 10'-12'
Width: 2'-3'
- sun
- even moisture - regular
aka Malus 'Prairie Rose', Prairie Rose Ornamental Crabapple
Plant Type
Tree
Zones
4a-8b
Size
Height: 20'
Width: 20'
- sun
- drought tolerant
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