A small ornamental tree wreathed in white-and-pink spring blossom followed by glossy long-lasting red crabapples that attract birds and make excellent jelly. Perfect for compact gardens.
At a glance
- Plant type: Tree
- Mature size: 4 m H × 3 m W
- Aspect: full sun
- Water: regular, moderate watering
- Frost: hardy
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Crabapple 'Gorgeous'
Malus 'Gorgeous' is a moderate-growing tree in the Rosaceae family. It reaches around 4 m tall and 3 m wide at maturity, with deciduous and rich in autumn colour foliage. White and pink flowers appear in spring.
Where to grow Crabapple 'Gorgeous'
Crabapple 'Gorgeous' suits cool-temperate and warm-temperate climates and grows best in full sun. It is frost hardy and shrugs off cold winters.
Soil & planting
Crabapple 'Gorgeous' does best in loamy and free-draining soil. Plant into well-prepared ground, firm the soil around the roots and water deeply to settle it in.
Watering & feeding
Crabapple 'Gorgeous' does best with regular, moderate watering. Apply a balanced fertiliser in spring to support healthy growth. New plantings need closer moisture checks in hot or windy weather, with watering tapered once strong new growth appears.
Pruning & care
Prune Crabapple 'Gorgeous' after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. Its ongoing care level is low maintenance.
Using Crabapple 'Gorgeous' in the garden
Crabapple 'Gorgeous' earns its place for a feature or specimen planting, drawing nectar-feeding birds into the garden, feeding bees and pollinators and edible harvests.
Companion planting & design
Build the planting around neighbours suited to the same regular, moderate watering and cool-temperate climate as Crabapple 'Gorgeous'. Repeating the foliage or flower colour nearby will make the composition feel deliberate.
Good to know
It is thornless and easy to handle.
Buying Crabapple 'Gorgeous'
Plant Sale lists Crabapple 'Gorgeous' as advanced specimens and bare-root stock. Use the interest form above to check current sizes, pricing and availability before ordering.
