Red Barron Crabapple
Planted 2021
This crabapple is a medium sized tree that starts out with a narrow vase-like shape, but as it ages the width increases. Its leaves are a dark green with a reddish tinge, great for Fall color. The flowers and fruit are dark red, with the fruit growing up to ½” in diameter. This tree is susceptible to scab.
Height | Width | Zone | Growth Rate | Water Use |
---|---|---|---|---|
20 ft. | 12 ft. | 5-7 | Medium | Low |
Leaf
Alternate, serrate, elliptical, dark green with a reddish tinge.
Fruit
Glossy dark red, 1/2".
Flower
Very deep red buds that open to reddish-pink flowers.
Advantages
Adapts to many different soil types.
Disadvantages
Messy fruit, susceptible to scab, middle age spread up to 25’.