Malus kansuensis

Also Known As

Crabapple

Plant type

tree

size

H: 10'-15'
W: 12'-20'

planting zones

4b-7a

Malus kansuensis plant details

Malus kansuensis is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In spring cream and white flowers emerge followed by red and yellow fruit. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in acidic, alkaline and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Malus kansuensis

Plant type: tree
Plant family: rosaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 FT - 20 FT - wide, 10 FT - 15 FT - tall
Flowers: cream and white blooms in spring
Uses: small tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Malus kansuensis

USDA Zones: 4b - 7a
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular

Soil needs: acidic, alkaline and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This 10-15' large shrub/small tree is very distinct in its 3-lobed adult leaves & very pretty in its creamy-white spring flowers, small but brightly-colored red & yellow fruit & showy autumn leaves; "a handsome species" (Bean) Sun/Med

By: Forestfarm

Gardening facts about Malus kansuensis plant

How to Grow Malus kansuensis

Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- acidic
- alkaline
- well-drained

Features

Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
- cream
Wildlife
- birds
Fruit
- red
- yellow
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous

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Zones

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Size

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