The Royal Raindrops Crabapple is a popular, low-maintenance ornamental tree, featuring vibrant magenta-pink spring flowers, deep purple cutleaf foliage, and excellent disease resistance. Growing 15-20 feet tall and 12-16 feet wide, this upright, rounded tree offers year-round interest with reddish-orange fall color and persistent tiny maroon fruits.
Planting & Care:
Hardiness Zones: Thrives in USDA Zones 4 to 8.
Light: Requires full sun for the best foliage color and flowering density.
Soil & Water: Prefers well-drained soil; has average water needs and good drought tolerance once established.
Maintenance: Low maintenance; prune in late winter to remove dead or crossing branches