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Malus - 'John Downie' (Crab Apple, Malus)

Type Tree, Deciduous, Flowering
Form Compact Rounded Tree
Size Small Tree (1.5 to 3m height)
Colours White Flowers (Summer early), Medium green Foliage
Care Low/Easy Maintenance
Hardiness Very hardy, Drought Tolerant
Growth Medium Growing Plant
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Malus - Cultivation Notes

This tough small flowering tree prefers a fertile well drained soil in full sun or light shade. Malus will tolerate a cold spot but avoid planting in windy exposed or very dry areas. Prune to shape during the winter months but avoid excessive pruning.


Strengths, Weaknesses & Design Usage

Strengths of Malus:
  • Sun loving drought tolerant plant
  • Fruit / berry producing
  • Tolerates full sun and sandy, drought-prone soils
Design & Plant Use for Malus:
  • Ideal for informal cottage garden style planting


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Malus - 'John Downie' (Crab Apple, Malus)

This plant is available from Crocus:


Malus 'Royalty' (crab apple)

Magnificent dark purple foliage and crimson flowers.

Availability: within 2 weeks.

Size: 10lt pot (1.5-1.8m).

£47.99

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