CRABAPPLE NARROW LEAF

NARROW LEAF CRABAPPLE Malus angustifolia. Also known as:

• Narrowleaf Crabapple
• Southern Crabapple
• Wild Crab
• Wild Crabapple
  
  

  Small tree- Grows 20-30 feet tall. Native to pine woodlands or mixed hardwoods in open to medium densities. Branches spread outward to form a rounded open crown. Full sun to part shade will encourage mor blooms and fruiting. Well drained, moist and slightly acidic soils. Wildlifebirds and pollinators. Will start producing fruit within 3-4 year depending on the age of the sapling.

  Used: Ornamental. Small apples used for jellies and jams.

Attrcts the Tiger Swallowtail, Red Spotted Purple, Lorquin's Admiral, Hairstreak, BR. Elfin Butterflies.

Sun: Full sun. Soil: well drained, moist ·Size: 25-30 ft tall; 20-30 ft spread

Zones: 4-9