Position
Full Sun, Semi Shade. Strongest flowering in bright open conditions.
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Double Flowering Prairie Crabapple - Malus ioensis Plena
Showy deciduous crabapple with double two toned pink white flowers and rich autumn colour.
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Quick Facts
Size
Approx. 4-10m H x 4-10m W. Broad domed small tree with rounded spreading habit.
Water
Medium. Prefers consistent moisture during dry periods.
Uses
Borders, shrubbery, feature planting, avenues, parks, gardens, windbreaks, mass planting, playgrounds, cut flowers.
Description
Malus ioensis Plena is one of the most popular crabapple varieties, admired for its masses of lightly fragrant double blossoms that open in spring and continue into summer, showing beautiful two toned white and soft pink petals. A hardy, broad domed small tree, it offers strong ornamental value across all seasons with rich autumn foliage in shades of orange, red and purple. Suitable for home gardens, avenues, feature planting and parks, it thrives in Melbourne's cool temperate climate and provides structure, colour and year round appeal.
Key Features:
Growing & Care Guide
- Soil: Performs in loam, sandy and well drained soils. Tolerates a wide range.
- Light: Full sun to semi shade. Brightest positions improve flower mass.
- Watering: Keep moist during establishment and extended dry periods.
- Fertiliser: Apply slow release fertiliser annually to support growth and flowering.
- Maintenance: Minimal pruning. Remove crossing or damaged branches in winter.
- Flowering: Masses of lightly fragrant double flowers in white and pink during spring and summer.
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Double Flowering Prairie Crabapple - Malus ioensis Plena
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