Prairie Crabapple
(Iowa Crabapple)
Malus Ioensis
A very popular, hardy, ornamental tree native to midwestern USA that is commonly planted in gardens well outside its natural range. In spring, a profusion of pinkish-white flowers covers the tree making quite a spectacle. The leaves can turn a vivid red in fall if they escape defoliation from a variety of hungry critters. Small yellow-green fruits provide a wealth of food for birds and mammals both large and small.
Additional information
| Foliage | Deciduous |
|---|---|
| Locale | Native to North America |
| Height | Small (under 30ft) |
| Width | Narrow |
| Form | Irregular, Round |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Longevity | Moderate (50 to 100 years) |
| Hardiness Zones * | 3, 4, 5 |
| Sun Exposure | Full Sun (over 6 hrs), Partial Sun (4 to 6 hrs) |
| Soil Preferences * | Moist, Slightly Acidic, Well Draining |
| Soil Tolerances | Dry, Slightly Alkaline |
| Other Tolerances | Occasional Drought, Road Salt, Urban Pollution |
| Ornamental Interest | Fruit, Flowers (attractive), Leaves (colour) |
| Human Value | Carpentry (wood) |
| Wildlife Value | Bees (flowers), Birds (fruits/seeds), Butterflies (flowers), Butterfly Larvae (leaves), Insect Pollinators (flowers), Large Mammals (fruits/seeds), Small Mammals (fruits/seeds) |
| Seed Collection | Ordered Online |
| Planting Considerations | Messy Seed Litter |
