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Crab-apple trees
Malus tschonoskii

A traditional Japanese crab-apple species, with white blossom and superb autumn leaf colours.
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Growing


Crab-apple trees
Malus tschonoskii
Gardening skillBeginner
Attractive featuresAttractive flowers
Attractive tree / plant
Autumn foliage colour
Scented flowers
Growth habitUpright
Pyramidal
Height after 10 years2.5m-3.5m / 8ft-12ft
SunlightPrefers full sun
PruningLight prune
Growth rateAverage
Site conditionsSheltered site
WildlifeRHS Plants for Pollinators
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Identification


Crab-apple trees
Malus tschonoskii
Flower colourWhite
Flower formSingle flower (5-8 petals)
Flowering monthMay
Leaf colourGreen
Leaf colour - autumnOrange / Red
Fruit colourGreen / Red
Fruit sizeSmall
Fruit persistencePersistent
Country of originJapan
Annual cycleDeciduous
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