Malus spontanea
Malus spontanea
Malus spontanea is a rare Japanese wild apple valued by collectors and botanists for its delicate spring blossoms and compact growth habit. Plant in a sunny to partly shaded location with well-drained, fertile soil and water regularly during the first two to three growing seasons until fully established. Annual late-winter pruning will encourage healthy branching and abundant flowering.
Care Level
Moderate
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
120″ – 300″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
144″
Flowers
purple
Watering Schedule
Every 7-10 Days • Water Deeply Until Soil Is Evenly Moist, Then Allow The Top Inch To Dry Before Watering Again
Soil pH
5 – 7.5
Temperature
-25° – 95°F
Mature Spread
up to 200″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Coarse
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
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