Show Time Crabapple (Malus 'Show Time')
MAY-lus 'Show Time'

Deciduous Perennial Tree

The large, densely-clustered fuchsia red flowers turn the branches into columns of lush color. Deep green foliage has red tones of its own, especially as it emerges. In fall, red fruits glisten among the bright orange and red leaves. 

The Malus tree, commonly known as the apple tree, belongs to the Rosaceae family and is renowned for its sweet, edible fruits. Native to Central Asia, particularly Kazakhstan, Malus species have been cultivated for thousands of years, leading to a wide variety of cultivars. These trees typically reach heights of 15 to 30 feet and display beautiful white or pink blossoms in spring, attracting pollinators like bees. Malus trees thrive in temperate climates and are often grown in home gardens for their fruit, ornamental value, and vibrant fall foliage. They require well-drained soil and full sun for optimal growth and fruit production.

Pros

 Incredibly vibrant fall color, bursts totally into fiery orange.

- Flowers are so densely clustered the branches are obscured!

- Invaluable to wildlife as a nectar and food source.
 

Plant Data

Mature Size - 300 inches tall. 15 - 20 feet wide.
Moisture Tolerance Medium -
Zones 4a - 8b (Usually hardy to -30° F)
Tags Attracts Bees, Attracts Butterflies, Container, Deciduous, Edibles, Flowering Tree, Fruit edible, Fruit showy, Full Sun, Good for Accents, Good for Beginners, Low Maintenance, Medium, Native to Asia, Normal Soil, Perennial, Showy Flowers, Showy Fruits, Specimen, Thrillers, Tolerant of Acidic Soil, Tree, Well-Drained Soil
Bloom Period Spring
Flower Color Pink
Foliage Color

Commonly Planted with...

Heuchera, Helleborus, Astilbe, Foamy Bell, Ferns, and Ground Morning Glory.
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