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Malus 'Red Jewel'-Ornamental Crabapple-Vibrant Red Fruit 2-2.5" cal B&B

Malus 'Red Jewel'-Ornamental Crabapple-Vibrant Red Fruit 2-2.5" cal B&B

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Malus 'Red Jewel' - Plant Catalog

Malus 'Red Jewel'

Description

The Malus 'Red Jewel' is a stunning ornamental crabapple tree known for its vibrant red fruit that persists into winter, providing a striking contrast against the white snow. Its spring blooms are a beautiful white, attracting pollinators and adding a touch of elegance to any landscape.

Suggested Uses

This tree is perfect for use as a specimen plant in gardens, parks, and residential landscapes. It can also be used in wildlife gardens to attract birds and other pollinators.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Botanical Name: Malus 'Red Jewel'
  • Common Name Common Name: 'Red Jewel' Crabapple
  • Size & Growth Size & Growth: 15-20 feet tall and wide
  • Hardiness Zones Hardiness Zones: 4-8
  • Foliage Type Foliage Type: Deciduous
  • Bloom Time Bloom Time: Spring
  • Growth Rate Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Light Requirements Light Requirements: Full Sun
  • Attracts Pollinators Attracts Pollinators: Yes
  • Indoor Friendly Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly Container Friendly: No
  • Deer Resistant Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning Pet Warning: Fruit can be toxic if ingested in large quantities
  • Fragrant Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower Cut Flower: No
  • Grows Well With Grows Well With: Other ornamental trees and shrubs

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil in a sunny location
  • Soil Moisture Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist, especially during dry spells
  • Soil Type Soil Type: Prefers loamy, well-drained soil
  • Humidity Humidity: Tolerates average humidity
  • Pruning Instructions Pruning Instructions: Prune in late winter to early spring to maintain shape
  • Winter Care Winter Care: Mulch around the base to protect roots in harsh winters
  • Planting Depth Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as in the nursery container
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Fertilize in early spring with a balanced fertilizer
  • Special Care Special Care: Watch for apple scab and treat as necessary
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