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Ralph Shay Flowering Crabapple
Scientific Name: Malus 'Ralph Shay'
Plant type
tree, fruit / vegetable
size
- H: 15'-20'
- W: 17'-22'
planting zones
- 4a-8b
Ralph Shay Flowering Crabapple plant details
Ralph Shay Flowering Crabapple is a broadleaf deciduous fruit / vegetable or tree with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Attracts birds and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Ralph Shay Flowering Crabapple
- Plant type: fruit / vegetable or tree
- Plant family: rosaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 17 FT - 22 FT - wide, 15 FT - 20 FT - tall
- Flowers: white blooms in spring
- Uses: cutting garden, edible, fragrant, small tree
GROWING CONDITIONS for Ralph Shay Flowering Crabapple
- USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: regular
- Soil needs: acidic and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Forestfarm
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How to Grow Ralph Shay Flowering Crabapple
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- acidic
- adaptable
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
Wildlife
- birds
- butterflies
Fruit
- red
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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Size
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