Malus asiatica

Species

Also called Malus × asiatica

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Malus asiatica
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Fact sheet

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Typedeciduous tree

“Malus asiatica, known as Chinese crabapple or Ringo apple, is an attractive deciduous tree” — Malus asiatica: complete guide | GardenWorld

Lightfull sun

“Malus asiatica performs optimally in full sun receiving 6-8 hours direct sunlight daily” — Malus asiatica: complete guide | GardenWorld

Waterevery 10 days, let the top 2-3 cm of soil dry out between waterings

“Water roughly every 10 days, let the top 2-3 cm of soil dry out between waterings.” — Malus asiatica Care: Light, Water & Tips | Leafy

Soil pH5–7.5

“A pH of 5.0 to 7.5 proves acceptable; neutral to slightly acid (pH 6.5) remains optimal” — Malus asiatica: complete guide | GardenWorld

Height168.5–247.5 in

“Achieving 4 to 8 meters height and 3 to 6 meters width at full maturity” — Malus asiatica: complete guide | GardenWorld

Propagationseed

from Crabapple · “Gathering and Preparing Your Crabapple Seeds” — How To Grow A Crabapple Tree From Seed: A Complete Guide

Ready whendark brown seeds

from Crabapple · “Darker varieties tend to be more tannic and more sour.” — 30+ Crabapple Recipes - Adamant Kitchen

Edible partsfruit

“The red fruits persist long on branches proving valuable bird food” — Malus asiatica: complete guide | GardenWorld

Toxicitynot toxic

“⚠️ Malus asiatica is toxic to pets — see the toxicity page.” — Malus asiatica Care: Light, Water & Tips | Leafy

Indoorswell-draining potting mix and a pot with drainage holes

from Crabapple · “Indoor Crabapple trees require well-draining potting mix and a pot with drainage holes” — Crabapple Tree Care: Light, Water & Tips – Junglistan

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