Name: Prairifire Crabapple Tree - Ornamental Deciduous Flowering Tree
SKU: 527
Price: 111.95 USD
Availability: InStock

Prairifire Crabapple Tree - Ornamental Deciduous Flowering Tree

$111.95

$127.95

Features vibrant deep pink to red spring blossoms for seasonal landscape appeal.
Displays dark, glossy foliage that transitions to bronze-red in autumn.
Maintains a rounded, upright growth habit suitable for residential gardens.
Exhibits high tolerance to common fungal issues such as apple scab.
Produces persistent small dark red fruit that attracts local bird species.

Size: 4-5 feet

Enhance Your Landscape with the Prairifire Crabapple

The Prairifire Crabapple (Malus 'Prairifire') is a deciduous ornamental tree valued for its significant seasonal color transitions. This cultivar is recognized for its dense, rounded growth habit and its ability to provide structural interest throughout the year. It is a suitable selection for residential landscapes, parks, and garden settings where a mid-sized flowering tree is required.

Seasonal Characteristics

In spring, the tree produces abundant clusters of deep pink to red flowers, providing a distinct visual contrast against its emerging foliage. As the season progresses, the leaves mature into a dark, glossy green with a reddish tint. During the autumn months, the foliage transitions into shades of bronze and red, while small, persistent dark red fruits remain on the branches, offering a food source for local wildlife.

Growth and Maintenance Requirements

Hardiness Zones: Thrives in USDA zones 4 through 8.
Sun Exposure: Requires full sun exposure for optimal flowering density and foliage color development.
Soil Conditions: Prefers well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral soil; adaptable to various soil types once established.
Disease Resistance: Bred for improved resistance to common crabapple ailments, including apple scab, cedar-apple rust, and fire blight.
Watering: Needs consistent moisture during the first two growing seasons to establish a robust root system.