Guinevere Crabapple

Malus 'Guinzam'

Planted 2016

This crabapple has a unique look compared to other crabapples because of its wider leaves. It is a short and round tree getting to be 10’x10’ at maturity. As with other crabapples, this variety does well in various soil types, pH’s, and is drought tolerant. This variety has white flowers in the spring.

Guinevere Crabapple

Close up of Guinevere Crabapple leaf

Close up of Guinevere Crabapple bark

Close up of Guinevere Crabapple fruit
Height Width Zone Growth Rate Water Use
10 ft. 10 ft. 4-7 Medium Low

Leaf

Alternate, simple, serrate, midnight green leaves with burgundy overtones.

Fruit

Bright red, 3/8” diameter.

Flower

Mauve buds open to white single flowers.

Advantages

Adapts to many different soil types, disease resistant.

Disadvantages

Messy fruit and has suckers.