Flowering Crabapple

Malus 'Red Jade' Rosaceae

Growth habit

Tree

Perennation

Perennial

Location

Urban Tree Collection

Source of plant

Unknown

Description

Weeping tree reaching 10'-12' in height and 20'-30' or more in width. Leaves very attractive, glossy green. Flower buds red, opening to single, white, flowers 1.6" across. Fruit egg-shaped, 0.5" across, bright red, persistent into early winter. Regionally susceptible to severe scab, fire blight and powdery mildew (Nichols).

Special characteristics

growth habit, fruiting characteristics