Malus 'Thunderchild'
Also Known As
- Thunderchild Crabapple
- Thunderchild Flowering Crabapple
Plant type
tree
size
- H: 15'-20'
- W: 10'-15'
planting zones
- 3b-7b
Malus 'Thunderchild' plant details
Malus 'Thunderchild' is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green and purple foliage. In spring pink flowers emerge. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in acidic, alkaline, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Malus 'Thunderchild'
- Plant type: tree
- Plant family: rosaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green and purple
- Mature size: 10 FT - 15 FT - wide, 15 FT - 20 FT - tall
- Flowers: pink blooms in spring
- Uses: small tree, street tree
GROWING CONDITIONS for Malus 'Thunderchild'
- USDA Zones: 3b - 7b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
- Soil needs: acidic, alkaline, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Forestfarm
Gardening facts about Malus 'Thunderchild' plant
How to Grow Malus 'Thunderchild'
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- clay
- acidic
- alkaline
- well-drained
- rich
- gritty
Features
Foliage Color
- green
- purple
Flower Color
- pink
Wildlife
- birds
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 10'-15'
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- regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Tree, Fruit / Vegetable
Zones
4a-8b
Size
Height: 20'
Width: 15'-20'
- sun - bright shade
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Plant Type
Tree, Fruit / Vegetable
Zones
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Size
Height: 10'-12'
Width: 2'-3'
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Plant Type
Tree, Fruit / Vegetable
Zones
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Size
Height: 10'-12'
Width: 2'-3'
- sun
- even moisture - regular
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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- sun
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