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

Compact (to 15') for the small yard or intimate spot, showy much of the year with single rose-pink spring flowers before the leaves and deep-purple foliage all summer; very resistant to fireblight, very easy, very nice! S/M

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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