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Provide consistent moisture, especially when young and during dry spells. Water deeply at the base of the plant.
Also known as Chinese Apple · Chinese Crabapple · Crab Apple
Malus prunifolia, the Plumleaf Crab Apple, is a deciduous tree with white spring flowers and edible red or yellow fruit used in preserves.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Prefers full sun to partial shade. Needs at least 6 hours of direct sunlight for optimal growth and fruiting.
80% intensity
Water regularly, especially during dry periods. Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
70% intensity
Adaptable to most well-drained soils. Prefers loamy, slightly acidic to neutral pH soils.
50% intensity
Hardy in USDA zones 4-8. Tolerates a wide range of temperatures.
50% intensity
Outdoor
50% intensity
Fertilize in early spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer. Avoid over-fertilization.
40% intensity
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | Yes |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Provide consistent moisture, especially when young and during dry spells. Water deeply at the base of the plant.
Prune in late winter or early spring while dormant to shape the tree, remove dead or crossing branches, and improve air circulation. Thin out crowded areas.
Easily propagated from seed, but grafting is preferred for maintaining specific cultivar characteristics. Softwood cuttings can also be used.
Not typically repotted as it is a tree. For container-grown specimens, repot every 2-3 years into a larger container with fresh potting mix.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Plumleaf Crab Apple (Malus prunifolia)
Where Plumleaf Crab Apple (Malus prunifolia) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Rosales |
| Family | Rosaceae |
| Genus | Malus |
| Species | Malus prunifolia |
Similar in genus Malus
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