Malus floribunda

Common Name:
Japanese Crabapple

Description:
Malus floribunda, commonly known as the Japanese Crabapple, is a stunning deciduous tree renowned for its spectacular spring floral display. In early to mid-spring, it produces masses of deep pink buds that open into soft pink to white blossoms, covering the tree in a cloud-like effect. This highly ornamental tree has an elegant, spreading growth habit with glossy green foliage that turns golden in autumn. Small yellow-red crabapples appear in late summer and persist into winter, attracting birds. Malus floribunda thrives in well-drained soils and full sun, making it a popular choice for feature planting, street trees, or mixed garden beds.

Form:

• Tree - Small to Medium

Mature Size:

• Height: 4–6 metres
• Width: 4–6 metres

Aspect:

• Full Sun

Flowering:

• Flowers in Early Spring
• Flowers in Mid-Spring

Flower Colour:

• Deep Pink Buds Opening to Soft Pink and White

Key Attributes:

• Bee Attracting
• Bird Attracting (due to fruit)
• Suitable for Feature Planting
• Attractive Autumn Foliage
• Low Maintenance

Toxicity:

• Seeds contain small amounts of cyanogenic compounds and should not be consumed in large quantities

Companion Plants:

• Prunus (Flowering Cherry)
• Cornus (Dogwood)
• Viburnum species
• Salvia species
• Lavandula (Lavender)