Flowering Crabapple

Growth habit

Tree

Perennation

Perennial

Location

Newman Meadow

Source of plant

Schmidt & Son Co.

Description

Densely rounded tree reaching 20' in height and 30' in width. Flower buds pink, opening to single, white, 1" diameter flowers. Fruit a dull yellow-green, often brown on the shaded side, 0.5" across, persistent into late winter; an alternate bearer in some parts of the country. Subject to moderate fire blight and scab; better gold-fruited clones are now available.

Special characteristics

fruiting characteristics, winter interest