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Rosaceae
Trees and shrubs
Ornamental crabapple 'Prairifire'
Hardiness
Zone 3
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Family
Rosaceae
Malus 'Prairifire' is a highly prized ornamental apple tree known for its lustrous purple foliage and intense magenta-pink spring bloom, which immediately catches the eye early in the season. Its rounded, slightly spreading habit, moderate growth, and high disease resistance make it an excellent choice for specimen plantings, ornamental hedges, or structured alignments. In summer, it produces small dark red to purple fruits that persist until winter, offering beautiful decorative value and attracting wildlife. Its foliage, initially dark purple, turns bronze-green, then coppery red in autumn. Adaptable to various well-drained soils and preferring a sunny exposure, 'Prairifire' stands out for its lasting colorful palette and ease of maintenance in any type of garden.
Soil and care
The rightconditions.
Fertilization
Spring, mature compost, or balanced fertilizer
Bloom and dimensions
The completeprofile.
Bloom periodSpring
Flower colorPink
Foliage colorPurple ? bronze green ? coppery red
Foliage typeObsolete
FruitingSmall, dark purple, ornamental, persistent fruits
Maximum height6 m (20 ft)
Maximum width5 m (16 ft)
Growth rateModerate
Hardiness zoneZone 3
Minimum temperature'-40°C
Its strengths, naturally.
Safe for pets
Pets
Attracts or supports pollinating insects
Pollinators
Plants that attract butterflies
Butterflies
