The Robinson Crabapple is a lovely ornamental tree that is known for its beautiful spring blossoms and small, colorful fruit. Here's some information about the Robinson Crabapple:
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Appearance: The Robinson Crabapple is a deciduous tree that typically grows to a height of 15-20 feet (4.5-6 meters) with a spread of 15-25 feet (4.5-7.5 meters). It has a rounded shape and dense branching. The leaves are dark green and turn yellow in the fall.
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Flowers: In spring, the tree produces abundant clusters of fragrant white or pink blossoms. These blossoms are not only visually appealing but also attract pollinators like bees and butterflies to your garden.
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Fruit: After the flowers fade, small round fruit starts to develop. The Robinson Crabapple produces small, red or orange-red fruit that is about 1/2 inch in diameter. These fruits persist into winter, providing a food source for birds and adding visual interest to your landscape.
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Origins: |
Hybrid |
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Height: |
15' - 25' |
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Spread: |
15’ - 25' |
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Spacing: |
20' |
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USDA Hardiness Zone: |
4 - 8 |
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Culture: |
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Bloom Color: |
Pink |
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MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Medium Maintenance. Regular water in first year, planted in well draining soil, fertilize yearly. Watch for scab, fire blight, rusts, leaf spot and powdery mildew. Potential pests include tent caterpillars, aphids, Japanese beetles, borers and scale. Spider mites may occur.
LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Wildlife Gardens, Shade Tree, Edible Garden, and Container.
COMPANION PLANTS: Apple, Shasta Daisy, Bugleweed
IMAGES: Mo Barger, Crabapple, (2) David Ohmer, Cincinnati – Spring Grove Cemetery & Arboretum “Red Crabapple - Blooms"
*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.
