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Malus sargentii (Sargent Crabapple)

Sargent Crabapple, Malus toringo subsp. sargentii

Malus sargentii, Sargent Crabapple, Malus toringo subsp. sargentii, Fragrant Shrub, Fragrant Tree, Red fruit, Red berries, Winter fruits
Malus sargentii, Sargent Crabapple, Malus toringo subsp. sargentii, Fragrant Shrub, Fragrant Tree, Red fruit, Red berries, Winter fruits
Malus sargentii, Sargent Crabapple, Malus toringo subsp. sargentii, Fragrant Shrub, Fragrant Tree, Red fruit, Red berries, Winter fruits

A very pretty landscape tree, Malus sargentii (Sargent Crabapple) is a dwarf, deciduous, multi-stemmed shrub or small tree with a long season of interest. Opening from pink buds, abundant clusters of fragrant, sparkling white blossoms appear in mid to late spring. The flowers are borne in alternate years, blooming heavily every other year. They are followed by crops of very showy, persistent red fruits in fall, 1/4 in. (0.5 cm), which are long-lasting and attractive to birds. The dense and spreading summer canopy of ovate, lobed, dark green leaves turns golden shades in the fall before shedding to the ground, revealing the architectural zigzagging branches. Popular as a bonsai tree.

  • Grows up with a dense, spreading, horizontally-branched habit to 6-10 ft. tall (180-300 cm) and 6-12 ft. wide (180-360 cm).
  • A full sun lover, this tree thrives in medium moisture, acidic, well-drained soils. This tree is not fussy and adapts to a wide range of soils. Drought tolerant once established.
  • Perfect as a specimen plant or in groups, for borders, privacy screens, and hedges in city or cottage gardens.
  • Relatively resistant to most crabapple diseases and insect problems.
  • Require only minimal pruning in late winter to remove damaged, diseased, or misplaced growth.
  • Toxic to dogs, toxic to cats, toxic to horses.
  • Native to Japan

Requirements

Hardiness 5 - 9
Heat Zones 1 - 8
Climate Zones 1, 1A, 1B, 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, A3
Plant Type Shrubs, Trees
Plant Family Rosaceae
Genus Malus - Crab Apple
Common names Sargent Crabapple, Crab Apple
Exposure Full Sun
Season of Interest Spring (Mid, Late)
Summer (Early, Mid, Late)
Fall
Winter
Height 6' - 10'
(180cm - 3m)
Spread 6' - 12'
(180cm - 3.7m)
Maintenance Low
Water Needs Average
Soil Type Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pH Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained
Characteristics Fragrant, Showy, Fruit & Berries
Tolerance Drought, Clay Soil
Attracts Birds, Butterflies, Hummingbirds, Bees
Garden Uses Beds And Borders, Hedges And Screens
Garden Styles City and Courtyard, Informal and Cottage, Traditional Garden
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Alternative Plants to Consider

Malus ioensis ‘Plena’ (Betchel’s Crabapple)
Malus coronaria (American Crabapple)
Malus ioensis ‘Prince Georges’ (Crabapple)
Malus coronaria var. dasycalyx ‘Charlottae’ (American Crabapple)
Malus ‘White Angel’ (Crabapple)
Malus x floribunda (Japanese Crabapple)

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While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
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Requirements

Hardiness 5 - 9
Heat Zones 1 - 8
Climate Zones 1, 1A, 1B, 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, A3
Plant Type Shrubs, Trees
Plant Family Rosaceae
Genus Malus - Crab Apple
Common names Sargent Crabapple, Crab Apple
Exposure Full Sun
Season of Interest Spring (Mid, Late)
Summer (Early, Mid, Late)
Fall
Winter
Height 6' - 10'
(180cm - 3m)
Spread 6' - 12'
(180cm - 3.7m)
Maintenance Low
Water Needs Average
Soil Type Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pH Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained
Characteristics Fragrant, Showy, Fruit & Berries
Tolerance Drought, Clay Soil
Attracts Birds, Butterflies, Hummingbirds, Bees
Garden Uses Beds And Borders, Hedges And Screens
Garden Styles City and Courtyard, Informal and Cottage, Traditional Garden
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