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Malus sargentii

Also Known As

Sargent Crabapple

Plant type

shrub, fruit / vegetable

size

H: 6'-8'
W: 9'-15'

planting zones

3b-8b

Malus sargentii plant details

Malus sargentii is a broadleaf deciduous fruit / vegetable or shrub with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Features glossy texture. Attracts birds, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in acidic and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something pollution tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Malus sargentii

Plant type: fruit / vegetable or shrub
Plant family: rosaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 9 FT - 15 FT - wide, 6 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: fragrant, hedge

GROWING CONDITIONS for Malus sargentii

USDA Zones: 3b - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: pollution
Soil needs: acidic and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A delightful dwarf crabapple from Japan grown for its unique broad, shrub habit becoming a 6-8'bush with no central leader; covered with masses of white flowers on alternate years, which are followed by pea-sized, sweet tasting, bright-red, long-lasting fruits which contrast beautifully with the golden-yellow autumn leaves; a wonderful addition to a mixed hedge or border; shows good disease resistance as well. S/M