{"product_id":"malus-crimson-knight","title":"Malus Crimson Knight","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"44\" data-start=\"0\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"16\" data-start=\"0\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"19\" data-start=\"16\"\u003eCrimson Knight Crab Apple\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1168\" data-start=\"46\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"62\" data-start=\"46\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"65\" data-start=\"62\"\u003eMalus ‘Crimson Knight’ is a striking deciduous ornamental crab apple tree admired for its rich burgundy foliage, masses of colourful spring blossoms, and ornamental fruit display. This upright ornamental variety produces deep purple-red leaves that retain excellent colour throughout the growing season, providing bold contrast in the landscape. In spring, the tree becomes covered in abundant clusters of fragrant deep pink to crimson flowers that attract bees and beneficial pollinators. Following flowering, small glossy dark red crab apples develop and often persist into winter, adding seasonal interest and attracting birds. ‘Crimson Knight’ performs exceptionally well in Melbourne’s temperate climate, thriving in full sun with fertile, well-drained soil and regular watering during establishment. Its compact upright habit makes it ideal for avenue planting, feature planting, cottage gardens, and smaller urban landscapes. With excellent ornamental appeal across multiple seasons and good disease resistance, this variety is an outstanding feature tree for residential and commercial settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1181\" data-start=\"1170\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1179\" data-start=\"1170\"\u003eForm:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1196\" data-start=\"1182\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1196\" data-start=\"1182\" data-section-id=\"14l4m7w\"\u003eTree - Small\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1216\" data-start=\"1198\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1214\" data-start=\"1198\"\u003eMature Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1249\" data-start=\"1217\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1234\" data-start=\"1217\" data-section-id=\"w4qhdd\"\u003eHeight: 4–6 m\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1249\" data-start=\"1235\" data-section-id=\"1kc3m3x\"\u003eWidth: 3–4 m\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1264\" data-start=\"1251\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1262\" data-start=\"1251\"\u003eAspect:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1275\" data-start=\"1265\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1275\" data-start=\"1265\" data-section-id=\"1eg1vrn\"\u003eFull Sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1293\" data-start=\"1277\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1291\" data-start=\"1277\"\u003eFlowering:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1313\" data-start=\"1294\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1313\" data-start=\"1294\" data-section-id=\"s9fua0\"\u003eFlowers in Spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1335\" data-start=\"1315\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1333\" data-start=\"1315\"\u003eFlower Colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1359\" data-start=\"1336\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1347\" data-start=\"1336\" data-section-id=\"h8i4hb\"\u003eCrimson\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1359\" data-start=\"1348\" data-section-id=\"irg30g\"\u003eDeep pink\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1382\" data-start=\"1361\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1380\" data-start=\"1361\"\u003eKey Attributes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1581\" data-start=\"1383\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1401\" data-start=\"1383\" data-section-id=\"1xtbob3\"\u003eBee Attracting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1421\" data-start=\"1402\" data-section-id=\"8i3zg0\"\u003eBird Attracting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1435\" data-start=\"1422\" data-section-id=\"9gusfv\"\u003eDeciduous\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1455\" data-start=\"1436\" data-section-id=\"1952k9f\"\u003eFeature Foliage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1472\" data-start=\"1456\" data-section-id=\"18mliii\"\u003eFeature Tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1486\" data-start=\"1473\" data-section-id=\"9fwte6\"\u003ePerennial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1519\" data-start=\"1487\" data-section-id=\"19g76q1\"\u003eSuitable for Avenue Planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1552\" data-start=\"1520\" data-section-id=\"1yziwmd\"\u003eSuitable for Cottage Gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1581\" data-start=\"1553\" data-section-id=\"11zsoyd\"\u003eSuitable for Small Gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1598\" data-start=\"1583\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1596\" data-start=\"1583\"\u003eToxicity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1795\" data-start=\"1599\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1704\" data-start=\"1599\" data-section-id=\"160ycoe\"\u003eFruit is generally considered non-toxic, though excessive consumption may cause mild digestive upset.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1795\" data-start=\"1705\" data-section-id=\"lrju5e\"\u003eSeeds contain trace cyanogenic compounds and should not be consumed in large quantities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp 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data-end=\"1919\" data-start=\"1907\" data-section-id=\"1hynvhg\"\u003eViburnum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"1936\" data-start=\"1920\" data-section-id=\"11u88hc\"\u003eWoodland ferns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis cultivar is grown by Flemings Nurseries, one of Australia's most renowned growers.\u003cbr\u003eImage used with permission from Fleming’s Nurseries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more information on this particular variety, click \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.flemings.com.au\/nurseries\/malus-criknzam-crimson-knighttm.html\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Flemings 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