Malus 'Purple Prince'
Also Known As
- Purple Prince Crabapple
- Purple Prince Flowering Crabapple
Plant type
tree
size
- H: 10'-20'
- W: 10'-20'
planting zones
- 4a-8b
Malus 'Purple Prince' plant details
Malus 'Purple Prince' is a broadleaf deciduous tree with bronze and purple foliage. In spring red flowers emerge followed by purple fruit. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in clay and gritty soil. A good option if you're seeking something pollution tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Malus 'Purple Prince'
- Plant type: tree
- Plant family: rosaceae
- Foliage: deciduous bronze and purple
- Mature size: 10 FT - 20 FT - wide, 10 FT - 20 FT - tall
- Flowers: red blooms in spring
- Uses: cutting garden, fragrant, small tree, street tree
GROWING CONDITIONS for Malus 'Purple Prince'
- USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: deer and rabbit, pollution
- Soil needs: clay and gritty
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Forestfarm
Gardening facts about Malus 'Purple Prince' plant
How to Grow Malus 'Purple Prince'
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- clay
- gritty
Special Situation
- pollution tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- bronze
- purple
Flower Color
- red
Wildlife
- birds
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Fruit
- purple
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Landscape groups by tags
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Zones
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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