Crab Apple Rudolph Trees
£77.50
Details:
The Crab Apple Rudolph is an upright deciduous tree with the crown rounding as it ages. It displays beautiful single dark rose-pink red blossom in late spring. The foliage emerges after flowering and is initially copper red in colour turning to green in summer and yellow in autumn. The tree produces small edible orange-yellow fruit in the autumn.
Malus Rudolph is tolerant of pollution which makes it a good urban tree and prefers well-drained chalk, sand, clay and loam.
 Soil Type | Acidic, Chalky / Alkaline, Clay, Well-drained |
|---|---|
 Habit (Shape) | Standard |
 Position | Exposed, Sheltered |
 Hardiness | Hardy (Cold winter) |
 Flowering Period | Apr, May |
| Fruiting Period | Dec, Nov, Oct |
 Attracts | Bees, Birds |
 Height (when grown) | 5-7m |
 Lighting | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
 Blossom Colour | Pink |
 Leaf Colour | Green |
Description
The Crab Apple Rudolph is an upright deciduous tree with the crown rounding as it ages with beautiful single dark rose-pink red blossom in late spring. The foliage on a Malus Rudolph emerges after flowering and is initially copper red in colour turning to green in summer and yellow in autumn. It produces small edible orange-yellow fruit in the autumn.
This Crab Apple is very hardy and extremely resistant to disease and is a perfect choice for gardens with year-round interest. It has a shallow but vigorous root system and will thrive well in most soil types, chalk, clay, loam or sand, well- drained fertile, and a sunny or shady position. Tolerant of pollution.
Crab Apple Rudolph is often used as an avenue tree, planted with Malus Evereste as they complement each other well. Rabbit guards are recommended.
Cultivation: Avenue, city, country courtyards, cottage gardens
Soil: Fertile, well drained chalk, sand, clay & loam
Position: Sunny, semi shade, east, west, south, north facing
Foliage: Deciduous, bronze-red.
Flowering: Dark rose-pink single flowers in late spring
Fruiting: Small edible orange- yellow crabs in autumn
Habit: Columnar spreading with age
Hardiness: A very hardy Malus tree
Growth: Vigorous root system
Benefits to Wildlife: Yes
Height & Spread in Maturity: 5-6m x 3-4m
Symbolism: Crab apple trees are associated with love and marriage.
