Marilee Crabapple

Malus 'Marilee'

Planted 2021

The Marilee crabapple is a small and compact crabapple, it does well in small areas such as park strips or under power lines. The flowers are unique, starting as pink buds and opening to white double-blossoms that are considered large for the tree. As it grows the canopy develops a denser branching habit that may require some pruning.

Marilee crabapple tree
 
Close up of Marilee Crabapple leaf
 
Close up of Marilee Crabapple bark
Height Width Zone Growth Rate Water Use
24 ft. 10 ft. 5-7 Moderate Medium

Leaf

Bright green leaves with a yellow fall color.

Fruit

Small red berries.

Flower

Pink buds turning into large, white, double blooms.

Advantages

Works well in small landscape areas. Drought tolerant once established.

Disadvantages

May require more pruning as it ages and grows a denser canopy.