Malus leiocalyca

Malus

Rosaceae

Flowering Plants

Zone 4–9

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Malus leiocalyca is a rare ornamental crabapple species from south-central and southeastern China, prized for its elegant spring blossoms. Plant in well-draining loamy soil with good air circulation to minimize fungal disease, and provide at least partial sun for best flowering. Prune in late winter to maintain shape and remove any crossing or diseased branches.

Care Requirements

Care Level

Moderate

Sun

Partial Shade

Water

Moderate

Growth Rate

Moderate

Mature Height

120″ – 300″

Soil

loam

Life Cycle

Perennial

Spacing

180″

Flowers

purple

Watering Schedule

Every 7-14 Days • Water Deeply Around The Root Zone Until Soil Is Evenly Moist, Then Allow To Partially Dry Before The Next Watering

Soil pH

5 – 7.5

Temperature

-25° – 95°F

Mature Spread

up to 200″

Root Depth

Medium

Foliage

Coarse

Ecology & Origin

Native to

China South-Central

China Southeast

Attracts

🐝 Bees

🐝 Butterflies

🐝 Birds

Sources

Data: trefle, usda

Hardiness Zones

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