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Malus 'Prairifire'

Prairifire' Crabapple

Prairifire' Crabapple

Format

Exposure

  • Sun
  • Partial shade

Rusticity

4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11

Bloom time

  • April
  • May

  • Adondant flowers
  • Dark-red foliage
  • Upright growth habit
  • Small red apples
  • Resistant and easy caring

The 'Prairifire' Crabapple, also known as Malus 'Prairifire', is a both beautiful and hardy ornamental tree. It is distinguished by its bright red spring flowers that contrast with its dark green leaves. In autumn, the foliage takes on flamboyant colors, ranging from orange-red to golden yellow. In winter, its bare and winding branches add a touch of structure to the landscape.

Growing information:

  • Soil: Malus 'Prairifire' prefers fertile, well-drained, slightly acidic soil.
  • Light: Install it in a sunny location for optimal flowering and fruit coloring.
  • Watering: Water regularly during the first years of growth, especially during periods of drought. Once established, Malus 'Prairifire' is drought tolerant.
  • Pruning: Light pruning is recommended each year to maintain a harmonious shape and promote flowering.
  • Hardiness: Malus 'Prairifire' is hardy in zones 3 to 8 and can withstand winter temperatures down to -34°C.
  • Fertilization: Apply a tree and shrub fertilizer in spring.

Benefits:

  • Spectacular spring bloom
  • Flamboyant fall foliage
  • Interesting winter structure
  • Easy to care for
  • Disease and pest resistant

Uses:

  • Ornamental tree for gardens and landscapes
  • Specimen or group planting
  • Light shade tree
  • Windbreak hedge

Plant details

Dimensions

Spacing
90 - 120 in.
Spread
90 - 120 in.
Height
90 - 120 in.

Characteristics

Habit:

  • Upright

Flowering colours:

  • Dark pink

Plant needs

Watering:

  • Tolerates dry
  • well-drained soils

Maintenance:

  • Easy
  • Prune after flowering

Soil requirement:

  • Rich
  • Fresh
  • Well-drained soil

Features

Resistance:

  • Diseases
  • Drought

Attract:

  • Pollinators
  • Birds

Use:

  • Borders
  • Clumps
  • Flowerbeds

Attribute:

  • Decorative dark red foliage

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