Malus angustifolia /Southern Crabapple

Malus angustifolia  / Malus angustifolia
Handsome pale pink very fragrant flowers and slightly darker colored buds
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Scientific Name: Malus angustifolia
Common Name: Southern Crabapple
Plant Type: Deciduous
Leaf Type: Broadleaf
Hardiness Zone: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 Determine Your Zone
Height: 20-30 feet
Spread: 15 - 20 feet
Bloom time: Spring
Flower color: Pink
Fruit present: Fall
Fruit color: Green
Light Exposure: Sun, Part Sun
Drainage: Well drained, Moist,
Rate of Growth: Moderate
Water Requirement: Medium
Maintenance Level: Low
Susceptible to insects
and diseases:
Yes
Comments: The best adapted crab apple to the deep south. This heat tolerant, small tree has very fragrant flowers and its fruit are eaten by a number of wildlife species including: deer, racoon, fox, and turkey. Jelly may also be made from the fruit.