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Rosaceae
Trees and shrubs
Ornamental Apple 'Gladiator'
Hardiness
Zone 3
Discover the plant
Family
Rosaceae
Malus 'Gladiator' is an ornamental crabapple tree with an upright habit and deep purple foliage, prized for its graceful vertical profile, ideal for confined spaces, narrow hedges, or aligned plantings. Its abundant and delicate pale pink to deep pink spring blossoms contrast beautifully with its persistent bronzy-purple foliage during the season, which turns coppery red in autumn. It produces small, decorative red fruits that persist well into winter, providing food for local wildlife. Very hardy, disease-resistant, and low-maintenance, 'Gladiator' adapts to well-drained soils and prefers full sun exposure. Its naturally narrow form, combined with a long season of visual interest, makes it a structural and decorative choice for urban or residential landscapes in Quebec.
Soil and care
The rightconditions.
Fertilization
Slow-release fertilizer 14-7-14 or 4-2-8. Fertilize monthly or as directed on the bag. Add Myke at planting.
Bloom and dimensions
The completeprofile.
Bloom periodSpring
Flower colorPink
Foliage colorPurple
Foliage typeObsolete
FruitingSmall, bright, persistent, and decorative red berries
Maximum height5 to 6 m (16 to 20 feet)
Maximum width3 m (10 feet)
Growth rateaverage
Hardiness zoneZone 3
Minimum temperature'-40°C
Its strengths, naturally.
Not recommended for pets
Pets
Attracts or supports pollinating insects
Pollinators
Plants that attract butterflies
Butterflies
