Prairifire Crabapple
Malus x Prairifire
The Prairifire Crabapple is an outstanding ornamental tree celebrated for its vibrant spring blossoms, persistent fruit, and disease resistance.
Size
Installation
About this plant
Malus x 'Prairifire' offers a breathtaking display each spring with a profusion of fuchsia-red flower buds opening to deep pinkish-red flowers. Following the stunning floral show, this crabapple produces small, persistent, dark red fruit that remains on the branches well into winter, providing excellent forage for birds and continued visual interest in the landscape. Renowned for its strong disease resistance, particularly to apple scab, powdery mildew, cedar-apple rust, and fire blight, the Prairifire Crabapple is a low-maintenance choice that ensures reliable beauty year after year.
Care & maintenance
Prairifire Crabapple is relatively low-maintenance. Prune in late winter or early spring to remove dead, damaged, or crossing branches, and to maintain a healthy structure. Fertilize annually in early spring with a balanced tree fertilizer to support vigorous growth and flowering.
Quick facts
- Type
- tree
- Mature height
- 15-20 feet
- Mature width
- 15-20 feet
- Sun
- Full sun (at least 6 hours direct sun daily)
- Water
- Medium; keep soil consistently moist, especially during dry spells and in the first few years after planting.
- Growth rate
- Moderate