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Snowdrift Crabapple

Malus 'Snowdrift'
Zones: 4 - 8


The Snowdrift Crabapple Grows in zones 4 - 8
  • Blooms in a profusion of snowy white blossoms in April or May
  • Can be grown as a multi-stemmed or single-trunk specimen
  • Features glossy, dark green leaves that turn yellow in the fall
  • Yields round, orange-red fruit that are 3/8–1/2" in diameter that attract birds
  • Is self-fertile, meaning it depends on insects such as bees to transfer pollen between flowers on the same tree
  • Can be used to pollinate apple trees — because bees tend to stay within the same flower color when foraging apple blossoms, try to match the flower color of the crabapple to the apple variety
  • Grows in a rounded shape

Tree Details

Shape

Rounded

Growth Speed

Medium

Scientific Name

Malus 'Snowdrift'

Mature Height

15' - 20'

Mature Spread

15' - 20'

Highlights

A crabapple tree in full bloom is something to behold, and the snowdrift crabapple is no exception. Its pink buds burst into a snowy white show in mid-spring. But while spring is the tree’s standout season, it does offer visual impact year-round. Glossy, deep green summer leaves change to yellow in the fall, and orange-red fruit persists through the winter, attracting the favor of feathered friends.

Its beauty, hardiness, and compact size make this crabapple a versatile choice for any landscape.

Sun Preference

Full Sun

Soil Preference

Acidic, Clay, Loamy, Moist, Rich, Sandy, Silty Loam, Well Drained

Wildlife Value

The tree’s fruit persists through the winter and attracts birds.

History/Lore

Crabapple trees are actually members of the rose family, Rosaceae. As with roses, there is a never-ending desire to develop a new form and give it a fanciful name. This has resulted in approximately 800 cultivars of crabapples.

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