Plant Library

Crabapple Purple Prince

Common Name: Crabapple

Botanical Name: Malus

Variety: Purple Prince

Blossom Color: Rosy Red

Bloom Time: May

Zone: 4 to 7

Exposure: Full Sun

Mature Height: 15-20'

Mature Width: 15-20'

Notes: This tree has outstanding rose-red blossoms followed by purple-bronze foliage. The maroon fruits is persistent for fall and winter interest. Purple Prince does not suffer from stem splitting and is fast growing. Because it matures quickly as a young tree this is one of the best purple-leaf crabs for growers. Excellent resistance to scab, fireblight and cedar-apple rust.