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Malus angustifolia (Southern crab apple)
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9m
Max height
Max height
6m
Max spread
Max spread
10-20 years
To maturity
To maturity
Plant details
Botanical name
Malus angustifolia
Other names
Southern crab apple, American crab apple, Narrow-leaved crab apple, Narrowleaf crab apple, Malus angustifolia var. angustifolia, Pyrus angustifolia var. angustifolia, Pyrus angustifolia, Pyrus angustifolia var. spinosa, Southern crabapple
Genus
Malus Malus
Species
M. angustifolia - M. angustifolia is a rounded, open, sometimes thicket-forming, thorny, deciduous shrub or small tree with oblong to narrowly elliptic, toothed, mid- to dark green leaves turning yellow in autumn and small clusters of pink buds opening to fragrant, pale pink flowers in spring. Flowers are followed by sour, edible, green to yellow-green fruit typically used for making jams or jellies.
Malus angustifolia is: Deciduous
Habit
Open branches, Rounded
Flower
Pale-pink in Spring
Foliage
Green in Spring; Green in Summer; Yellow in Autumn
How to care
Watch out for
Specific pests
Aphids , Caterpillars , Deer , Red spider mite (box and other) , Woolly aphid Aphids , Caterpillars , Deer , Red spider mite (box and other) , Woolly aphid
Apple and pear canker , Apple scab , Canker , Fireblight , Powdery mildew , Rust Apple and pear canker , Apple scab , Canker , Fireblight , Powdery mildew , Rust
General care
Pruning
Pruning Group 1
Propagation
Partially self-fertile so best if planted with another crab apple. Unlike most crab apple, 'Fimbriata' is not a suitable pollinator for apple trees.
Propagation methods
Root cuttings, Seed
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Where to grow
Malus angustifolia (Southern crab apple) will reach a height of 9m and a spread of 6m after 10-20 years.
Suggested uses
Bees (attract & feed bees), Cottage/Informal, Flavouring food and drinks, Meadow, Planted in groups, Wildlife, Woodland
Cultivation
Prefers moderately fertile, moist but well-drained soil in full sun but will tolerate a wide range of soil conditions as well as partial shade. Mature height is determined by rootstock.
Soil type
Clay, Loamy, Sandy
Soil drainage
Moist but well-drained, Well-drained
Soil pH
Acid, Neutral
Light
Partial Shade, Full Sun
Aspect
North, South, East, West
Exposure
Exposed, Sheltered
UK hardiness Note: We are working to update our ratings. Thanks for your patience.
Hardy (H4)
Companion plants
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Botanical name
Malus angustifolia
Other names
Southern crab apple, American crab apple, Narrow-leaved crab apple, Narrowleaf crab apple, Malus angustifolia var. angustifolia, Pyrus angustifolia var. angustifolia, Pyrus angustifolia, Pyrus angustifolia var. spinosa, Southern crabapple
Genus
Malus Malus
Species
M. angustifolia - M. angustifolia is a rounded, open, sometimes thicket-forming, thorny, deciduous shrub or small tree with oblong to narrowly elliptic, toothed, mid- to dark green leaves turning yellow in autumn and small clusters of pink buds opening to fragrant, pale pink flowers in spring. Flowers are followed by sour, edible, green to yellow-green fruit typically used for making jams or jellies.
Native to
Eastern United States, Southeastern United States
Foliage
Deciduous
Habit
Open branches, Rounded
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Colour
Flower
Pale-pink in Spring
Foliage
Green in Spring; Green in Summer; Yellow in Autumn
How to care
Watch out for
Specific pests
Aphids , Caterpillars , Deer , Red spider mite (box and other) , Woolly aphid
Specific diseases
Apple and pear canker , Apple scab , Canker , Fireblight , Powdery mildew , Rust
General care
Pruning
Pruning Group 1
Propagation
Partially self-fertile so best if planted with another crab apple. Unlike most crab apple, 'Fimbriata' is not a suitable pollinator for apple trees.
Propagation methods
Root cuttings, Seed
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Where to grow
Malus angustifolia (Southern crab apple) will reach a height of 9m and a spread of 6m after 10-20 years.
Suggested uses
Bees (attract & feed bees), Cottage/Informal, Flavouring food and drinks, Meadow, Planted in groups, Wildlife, Woodland
Cultivation
Prefers moderately fertile, moist but well-drained soil in full sun but will tolerate a wide range of soil conditions as well as partial shade. Mature height is determined by rootstock.
Soil type
Clay, Loamy, Sandy
Soil drainage
Moist but well-drained, Well-drained
Soil pH
Acid, Neutral
Light
Partial Shade, Full Sun
Aspect
North, South, East, West
Exposure
Exposed, Sheltered
UK hardiness Note: We are working to update our ratings. Thanks for your patience.
Hardy (H4)
USDA zones
Zone 9, Zone 8, Zone 7, Zone 6
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