Malus Coralburst ('Coralcole')
crab apple
A very pretty dwarf crab apple, that makes an excellent addition to smaller gardens. In spring, it produces a mass of...
11.5 litre pot | 1.0 - 1.5m tall
£119.99
available to order from late spring
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Plant description
A very pretty dwarf crab apple, that makes an excellent addition to smaller gardens. In spring, it produces a mass of coral pink buds which burst open to double rose pink flowers, giving a delightful two-tone effect just as the lush green leaves start to appear. From late summer, these are followed by bronze fruits, which remain until well into winter.
The crown of this small tree has been grafted onto the upright stem of the rootstock at a height of 45cm, which will limit the eventual height. Perfect for a small garden or growing in a large pot.
The crown of this small tree has been grafted onto the upright stem of the rootstock at a height of 45cm, which will limit the eventual height. Perfect for a small garden or growing in a large pot.
Eventual height & spread
Flowering period
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Plant features
Position
Full sun
Rate of growth
Average
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness
Fully hardy
How to care for Malus Coralburst ('Coralcole'):
When planting your flowering crab, prepare a hole up to three times the diameter of its root system. Fork over the base of the pit in readiness, incorporating plenty of organic matter into the backfill and planting hole. Avoiding frozen and waterlogged soil, trees should be planted out as they arrive. If you've ordered a bare root tree, soak the roots in a bucket of water for half an hour prior to planting, or if this is not possible, they can be heeled in temporarily, covering their roots with soil, or potted up. Choose a sheltered spot to protect emerging blossom. Remove dead, diseased and crossing branches while the tree is dormant during the winter months.
Please note:
This tree is deciduous so it will lose all its leaves in autumn, then fresh new foliage appears again each spring.
Warning
Humans/Pets: Fruit are ornamental - not to be eaten
