Plant Quick Guide

Growing Zones:

4-8.

Mature Height:

15-20 ft

Mature Width:

15-25 ft

Sunlight:

Full (6-8 hours)

Spacing:

15-25 ft

Growth Rate:

Moderate

Flower Color:

Light Pink/White

Does Not Ship To:

AK, AZ, CA, HI, PR

Crabapple - Floribunda

Malus x floribunda
USDA Hardiness Zones: 4-8.
$99.99 $114.95
SKU: CRAFLO07G
Size
Package Quantity
Description

The Floribunda Crabapple, also known as the Japanese Flowering Crabapple, is a breathtaking ornamental tree prized for its profuse spring blooms, ornamental fruit, and stunning seasonal color changes. In early spring, this small deciduous tree bursts into a cloud of pink buds that open into a sea of delicate, fragrant pale pink to white blossoms, attracting pollinators like bees and butterflies. By late summer and fall, small bright red to yellow crabapples appear, providing visual interest and a food source for birds. Its arching branches and graceful form make it a standout addition to any landscape.

Key Features:

  • Abundant Blooms: One of the heaviest-flowering crabapples, with an explosion of pink-to-white blossoms in spring.
  • Ornamental Fruit: Small yellow-red crabapples persist into winter, feeding wildlife.
  • Seasonal Interest: Bright green summer foliage transitions to gold and orange hues in fall.
  • Graceful Form: A spreading, rounded canopy with an elegant, slightly weeping habit.
  • Pollinator-Friendly: Attracts bees and butterflies, making it a great choice for eco-friendly gardens.

Mature Size:

  • Height: 15–20 feet
  • Spread: 15–25 feet
  • Growth Rate: Moderate

USDA Hardiness Zones:

  • Zones: 4–8

Care Instructions:

  • Sunlight: Thrives in full sun (at least 6 hours daily) for best flowering and fruiting.
  • Soil: Prefers well-drained, loamy soil but adapts to various soil types.
  • Watering: Keep soil evenly moist for young trees; once established, it is drought-tolerant but benefits from occasional deep watering.
  • Pruning: Minimal pruning required; remove dead or crossing branches in late winter.
  • Disease Resistance: Moderately resistant to common crabapple diseases like scab and fire blight, but good air circulation and proper spacing help prevent issues.

Landscape Uses:

  • Ideal for small gardens, mixed borders, and urban plantings
  • Excellent as a specimen tree or focal point
  • Great for pollinator gardens and bird-friendly landscapes

With its breathtaking spring flowers, ornamental fruit, and stunning fall color, the Floribunda Crabapple is a versatile and low-maintenance choice for adding year-round beauty to any garden or landscape.

More Information: Crabapple Growing Guide
Shipping
Florida FedEx Transit Times
Ships from Florida
Tennessee FedEx Transit Times
Ships from Tennessee
Oregon FedEx Transit Times
Ships from Oregon

At Plant Me Green, we carefully handle, package, and ship every order to ensure your plants arrive healthy and ready to thrive. All orders ship via FedEx Home Delivery®, typically the next business day after checkout.

  • We offer $15 flat-rate shipping on all eligible orders.
  • Orders over $100 ship FREE.
  • Replacement tree shipments are $15 per box.

Plant Me Green ships from multiple nursery locations, including Oregon, Tennessee, and Florida. If your order contains items from more than one location, plants may ship separately and arrive at different times.

🚨 Please note: We are unable to hold orders. To ensure your plants arrive at the right time, please place your order as close as possible to when you would like to receive it.

If you have any questions concerning transit time for your order, please feel free to contact us at info@plantmegreen.com or toll free 855-817-5268.

Due to strict agricultural laws, we cannot ship to the following locations:

  • Alaska

  • Hawaii

  • Puerto Rico

  • International destinations

  • California and Arizona orders are limited to approved items only and may not apply to all products.
How to Plant
STEP 1) First, decide on a planting location. Consider carefully what kind of sun, soil, and growing-space your tree or shrub will need.
STEP 2) Once you've located the perfect spot, the hole you are digging must be at least double the width and as deep as the root system you are planting.
STEP 3) Remove the plant from the pot and place the root ball in the hole. The top of the root system should be level with the ground. Before placing the tree or shrub in the hole, use your hands to gently break up the root system.
STEP 4) Once the plant is in place, backfill the hole with native soil and any leftover potting material.
STEP 5) Pack down the soil to eliminate any air pockets.
STEP 6) When finished, water thoroughly.
Care Guide

Crabapple trees need ample sun and water to grow. They take about a year to establish, and during that time need regular watering. Water for 10 minutes once a week during the hot days of summer and spring, and then decrease that to once a month in fall and winter. Once crabapples are established they need little additional watering. Prune in the spring after the crabapple has stopped blooming.

View details