'Red Baron' Crabapple
Malus 'Red Barron' is an ornamental apple tree with a narrow, slender habit, particularly prized for its abundant spring bloom of dark pink buds opening to light pink flowers, followed by a spectacular fruiting of very persistent and decorative bright red crabapples. Its foliage, purple when emerging, turning glossy dark green, then orange in autumn, offers prolonged visual interest over three seasons. Thanks to its naturally columnar shape, it fits perfectly into confined spaces, narrow hedges, alignments, or structured gardens, while requiring little maintenance. Very hardy, pollution-tolerant, and scab-resistant, 'Red Barron' prefers sunny locations and well-drained soils. It combines floriferousness, compact form, persistent fruit, and colored foliage, for a remarkable vertical display in any garden.
Care guide
Light, soil, water and hardiness
Blooming, foliage and shape
Size and growth
Companion planting, spacing and harvest
Pets
Pollinators
Butterflies
The availability of our plants varies depending on arrivals, seasons, nursery production and supplier availability. Some varieties may be offered for a limited time only, depending on their natural cycle or current stock. These plant profiles are designed to guide and inspire you when choosing plants for the garden, landscaping projects, containers or long-lasting outdoor arrangements.
