{"product_id":"malus-shotizam-showtime","title":"Malus Shotizam Showtime","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"38\" data-start=\"0\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"16\" data-start=\"0\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"19\" data-start=\"16\"\u003eShowtime Crab Apple\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1130\" data-start=\"40\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"56\" data-start=\"40\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"59\" data-start=\"56\"\u003eMalus ‘Shotizam’, marketed as Showtime™, is a highly ornamental deciduous crab apple tree prized for its vibrant burgundy foliage, profuse spring flowering, and compact rounded form. New foliage emerges in rich purple-red tones during spring, maintaining strong colour throughout the growing season before developing warm autumn hues. In spring, masses of fragrant deep pink to crimson blossoms cover the branches, creating a spectacular floral display that attracts bees and beneficial pollinators. Following flowering, small glossy red ornamental fruits develop and often persist into winter, providing seasonal colour and food for birds. Showtime™ performs exceptionally well in Melbourne’s climate, thriving in full sun with fertile, well-drained soil and regular watering during establishment. Its compact habit makes it ideal for feature planting, smaller gardens, streetscapes, and decorative landscape designs. With excellent disease resistance and strong multi-season ornamental appeal, this variety is a standout choice for modern and traditional gardens alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1143\" data-start=\"1132\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1141\" data-start=\"1132\"\u003eForm:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1158\" data-start=\"1144\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1158\" data-start=\"1144\" data-section-id=\"14l4m7w\"\u003eTree - Small\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1178\" data-start=\"1160\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1176\" data-start=\"1160\"\u003eMature Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1211\" data-start=\"1179\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1196\" data-start=\"1179\" data-section-id=\"w87xwy\"\u003eHeight: 4–5 m\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1211\" data-start=\"1197\" data-section-id=\"1kc3m3x\"\u003eWidth: 3–4 m\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1226\" 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data-start=\"1310\" data-section-id=\"irg30g\"\u003eDeep pink\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1344\" data-start=\"1323\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1342\" data-start=\"1323\"\u003eKey Attributes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1532\" data-start=\"1345\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1363\" data-start=\"1345\" data-section-id=\"1xtbob3\"\u003eBee Attracting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1383\" data-start=\"1364\" data-section-id=\"8i3zg0\"\u003eBird Attracting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1397\" data-start=\"1384\" data-section-id=\"9gusfv\"\u003eDeciduous\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1419\" data-start=\"1398\" data-section-id=\"vducs5\"\u003eDisease Resistant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1439\" data-start=\"1420\" data-section-id=\"1952k9f\"\u003eFeature Foliage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1456\" data-start=\"1440\" data-section-id=\"18mliii\"\u003eFeature Tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1470\" data-start=\"1457\" data-section-id=\"9fwte6\"\u003ePerennial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1503\" data-start=\"1471\" data-section-id=\"19g76q1\"\u003eSuitable for Avenue Planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1532\" data-start=\"1504\" data-section-id=\"11zsoyd\"\u003eSuitable for Small Gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1549\" data-start=\"1534\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1547\" data-start=\"1534\"\u003eToxicity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1746\" data-start=\"1550\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1655\" data-start=\"1550\" 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=\"1746\" data-start=\"1656\" 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 data-end=\"1771\" data-start=\"1748\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1769\" data-start=\"1748\"\u003eCompanion Plants:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"1887\" data-start=\"1772\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1782\" data-start=\"1772\" data-section-id=\"j7g94g\"\u003eClivia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1797\" data-start=\"1783\" data-section-id=\"1i4haih\"\u003eHelleborus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1810\" data-start=\"1798\" data-section-id=\"2kujqj\"\u003eLavender\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1822\" data-start=\"1811\" data-section-id=\"16nj65o\"\u003eLiriope\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1834\" data-start=\"1823\" data-section-id=\"qnfax7\"\u003eNandina\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1845\" data-start=\"1835\" data-section-id=\"4h1vns\"\u003eSalvia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1857\" data-start=\"1846\" data-section-id=\"pc8nh1\"\u003eSpiraea\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1870\" data-start=\"1858\" data-section-id=\"1hynvhg\"\u003eViburnum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"1887\" data-start=\"1871\" 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-shotizam-showtimetm.html\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Flemings Nursery","offers":[{"title":"25CM","offer_id":47814351716517,"sku":null,"price":63.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0687\/2911\/0693\/files\/MalusShotizamShowtime.jpg?v=1778374595","url":"https:\/\/theplantbroker.com.au\/products\/malus-shotizam-showtime","provider":"The Plant Broker","version":"1.0","type":"link"}